Brynmawr Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brynmawr's November 2023 crime rate of 13.4 per 1,000 residents places it 78.7% above the UK average of 7.5, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for nearly half (49.3%) of all reported incidents, with rates 155% higher than the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also show marked disparities, 148% and 145% above UK averages respectively. These figures suggest a persistent challenge in managing community safety in this built-up area of Blaenau Gwent. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this pattern: Bonfire Night events may have amplified public order issues, while Black Friday shopping could have increased opportunities for anti-social conduct. The sharp focus on violent crime—35 incidents alone—raises concerns about community tensions, particularly given the area's demographic composition and limited economic opportunities. The contrast with lower property crime rates (13 incidents, 19.7% of total) indicates a shift in criminal activity priorities, linked to local social dynamics rather than economic factors. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violent crime is concentrated, though the exact drivers remain to be explored through further analysis.

November 2023 saw alarming spikes in specific crime categories, with burglary, possession of weapons, and vehicle crime each increasing by 100% compared to October. This includes a notable rise in burglary from zero to three incidents, a category that is 76% above the UK average. The possession of weapons—now at 1 incident—surpasses the UK rate by 233%, a concerning development that may reflect broader patterns of escalation. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 85.7% (from seven to one incident), suggesting a possible reduction in retail-focused crime during the month. The violent crime profile remains particularly troubling: with 35 incidents, the rate of 6.6 per 1,000 is 155% above the UK average, and violence and sexual offences now constitute nearly half of all reported crimes. This stark imbalance contrasts with property crimes, which make up just 19.7% of the total. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas where violent crime is concentrated, as the local rate for this category is over five times the UK average. The absence of significant decreases in violent crime—despite a 5.4% overall rate reduction from October—indicates that the most pressing safety concerns remain unresolved.

Brynmawr's November 2023 crime rate of 13.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.1, though this remains significantly higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than October, still reflects sustained pressure on local law enforcement. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 75 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in this small built-up area. When scaled to the population of 5,313, this translates to a level of crime that is 78.7% above the UK average, underscoring the area's distinct challenges. The previous month's rate of 14.1 per 1,000 provides context for this slight decline, but the overall trajectory remains concerning. Residents should note that while the rate has dipped slightly, the absolute number of crimes (71) remains high for an area of this size. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the need for continued attention to community safety strategies, particularly in light of the persistent gap between Brynmawr's crime rates and national benchmarks.