Cwmavon Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Cwmavon's crime profile in June 2023, accounting for 63.2% of all reported crimes. With a total of 19 crimes recorded, the area's crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents was 56.5% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area's relative safety, though the dominance of violent crime suggests specific challenges. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may have influenced crime patterns, as increased social activity in public spaces could contribute to higher incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall low rate indicates that the built-up area within Neath Port Talbot is not a high-crime region compared to national benchmarks. The breakdown of crimes also shows that anti-social behaviour and public order offences were both significantly below UK averages, with the former 73% lower and the latter 40% lower. This could be linked to the area's characteristics, such as its smaller population and lower levels of urban density compared to larger cities. While shoplifting rates were 26% below the UK average, the small number of incidents (2 cases) suggests that retail crime is not a pressing issue in Cwmavon. The only category showing a marked deviation from the UK average was possession of weapons, which was 150% above the national rate. This anomaly, though statistically significant, is based on a single incident and may require further analysis to determine if it reflects a broader trend or an isolated event. The overall picture for June 2023 is one of relative safety, with violent crime being the primary concern but occurring at a rate that remains well below the national average.

June 2023 saw a 29.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category, with incidents dropping from 17 to 12. This decline is consistent with the broader trend of reduced violent crime, though the rate remains 18% below the UK average for this category. Possession of weapons rose by 100% compared to May, with one incident reported—a figure that is 150% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences both declined by 50% and 33.3% respectively, suggesting a potential seasonal shift as summer began. The sharp increase in weapon possession, though isolated, may indicate a need for targeted community engagement or policing efforts. For residents, the most immediate insight is the significant reduction in violent crime, which contributes to the area's overall safety profile.

Cwmavon's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 42.4% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.5 per 1,000. This reduction reflects a broader trend in the area's safety profile, though the drop is most pronounced in violent crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate. When scaled to the local population of 5,094, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 268 residents—a stark contrast to the UK average, where residents face significantly higher exposure. The population context further underscores the area's relative safety, with Cwmavon's crime statistics suggesting a community where crime is not a frequent occurrence. While the monthly exposure figure is a useful indicator for residents, it does not account for variations in local policing or community initiatives, which may contribute to the area's lower crime rates.