Brynmawr Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,313 residents, Brynmawr recorded 42 crimes in January 2025, translating to one reported crime for every 127 residents over the month. This rate of 7.9 crimes per 1,000 people places the area 11.3% above the UK average of 7.1. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31% of total incidents (13 crimes), followed by public order and criminal damage at 14.3% each. These figures align with January’s seasonal context: post-holiday periods often see reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may partly explain the 38.1% drop in violent crimes from 21 in December to 13 in January. However, the area’s crime profile reveals stark contrasts with national trends—public order offences and criminal damage are 139% and 116% above UK averages, respectively. This divergence could reflect local factors such as community dynamics or policing strategies. Meanwhile, shoplifting and burglary rates are below UK averages, suggesting a lower incidence of targeted theft in residential areas. The seasonal dip in outdoor activity may have contributed to this trend, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this connection.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other crime increased by 200% (from 1 to 3), while other theft and vehicle crime both doubled (100% increase). These spikes may signal emerging patterns or isolated incidents. Conversely, burglary fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and violent crimes dropped by 38.1% (from 21 to 13), likely reflecting the seasonal lull in public activity. Public order offences remain 139% above the UK average, with 6 incidents reported compared to the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. This disparity could be linked to local factors such as community gatherings or enforcement priorities. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 8% below the UK average, with 5 incidents recorded. This contrast highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime is a tangible concern, as it suggests a potential rise in theft from parked vehicles—a trend that may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

Brynmawr’s crime rate in January 2025 fell by 8.7% compared to December’s rate of 8.7 per 1,000, marking a downward trend for the area. On a daily basis, the 42 crimes reported over 31 days equate to roughly one incident per day—a figure that may help residents contextualise the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 127 residents provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the area’s decline from the previous month suggests potential improvements in crime prevention or reporting practices. The 11.3% gap between Brynmawr’s rate and the UK average remains significant, though it is offset by the 8.7% reduction from the prior month. For context, the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 includes a broader range of factors, such as urban density and policing resources, which may not apply to Brynmawr’s specific circumstances. Residents may find the daily crime count more relatable than the rate alone, as it translates abstract statistics into a practical understanding of local safety.