Pontllanfraith Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Pontllanfraith's crime rate stood at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.9% above the UK average of 8.1. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 3 crimes per day for residents, with one reported crime occurring for every 117 people over the course of the month. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.8% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.5%) and criminal damage and arson (14.9%). These figures align with August's seasonal context as a peak holiday month, where tourism and empty homes may partly explain shifts in crime patterns. While the overall rate is slightly above the UK average, specific categories like shoplifting and burglary showed marked reductions compared to UK norms, suggesting localized factors such as community initiatives or environmental design may be influencing these trends. The balance between violent and property crimes also reflects Pontllanfraith's character as a built-up area within Caerphilly, where public spaces and community interactions may shape crime dynamics. Violent crime rates in the area were 8% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 16% higher, indicating potential pressures on local policing resources and community cohesion. These patterns warrant ongoing monitoring to ensure that interventions remain aligned with the area's specific needs.

August 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and drugs-related offences doubling from 0 to 5. This increase in vehicle crime may reflect heightened traffic activity during the summer months or targeted thefts in car parks around local attractions. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 100%, though this remains a low-level concern given the single incident recorded. In contrast, burglary dropped by 75% (from 4 to 1), and shoplifting fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), potentially due to increased foot traffic in retail areas deterring opportunistic theft. The overall crime mix shifted slightly, with violent crimes comprising 36.8% of all reported incidents—slightly higher than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 for this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.7 per 1,000, was 16% above the UK average, highlighting challenges in managing public spaces. Criminal damage and arson were 120% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like shoplifting, which were 84% below the national average. These divergent trends suggest that while some crime types are being effectively managed, others require targeted interventions. For residents, the 150% increase in vehicle crime is a concrete data point that may prompt heightened vigilance in parking areas or the use of vehicle security measures.

Comparing August 2025 to July 2025, Pontllanfraith's crime rate rose from 8.1 to 8.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.9% increase. This shift, though modest, is significant when viewed through the lens of daily crime exposure: 3 crimes were reported each day in August, compared to an estimated 2.6 per day in the previous month. Over the course of the month, this meant that 1 in every 117 residents faced a reported crime—a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for consistent community engagement and policing efforts. The population context further illustrates this: with 10,203 residents, the rate of 8.5 per 1,000 translates to 87 total crimes, a number that, when spread across the built-up area, may feel impactful in densely populated pockets. The UK-wide average of 8.1 per 1,000 serves as a useful benchmark, but Pontllanfraith's unique profile—particularly its status as a built-up area within Caerphilly—means local factors such as public space usage, tourism, and seasonal patterns play a critical role. While the overall rate is slightly elevated, the distribution of crimes across categories reveals distinct challenges, such as the 120% above-average rate for criminal damage and arson, which may reflect localized issues not fully captured by national statistics. These comparative insights help contextualize the numbers for residents, emphasizing that while the area is not uniquely unsafe, specific crime trends warrant attention.