Cwmavon Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Cwmavon’s crime rate stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure translates to a relatively low risk for residents, with one reported crime occurring for roughly every 232 individuals over the course of the month. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of all incidents (8 cases), though this rate remained 38% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 22.7% of crimes (5 cases), and was itself 5% below the national benchmark. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night may have contributed to a temporary spike in anti-social behaviour, while the end of the Black Friday shopping period could have reduced retail-related crimes. However, the overall trend suggests a stable, low-crime environment, supported by local policing efforts or community cohesion. The area’s crime profile contrasts with the UK average in several key areas, particularly in violent crime and public order offences, which were significantly lower. This may reflect Cwmavon’s characteristics as a smaller, more tightly knit community within Neath Port Talbot, where social dynamics and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining safety. While direct causation, the combination of low population density and targeted policing strategies could be factors. For residents, the low crime rate offers reassurance, though vigilance during peak hours remains prudent.

November 2023 saw a 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in community activity. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 100%, though this remains a rare occurrence with only one reported case. Public order offences dropped by 75%, from 4 to 1, possibly linked to reduced evening activity as November progresses. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category (36.4% of total crimes), decreased by 46.7% compared to October, aligning with a broader trend of reduced violent crime. This category also remained 38% below the UK average, a consistent pattern observed in Cwmavon. Other thefts, though fewer in number, increased by 50% (2 to 3), suggesting a need for continued attention to personal property security. The stark contrast in UK comparisons—such as shoplifting being 64% below the national average—illustrates how local factors, like retail patterns, may shape crime dynamics.

Cwmavon's November 2023 crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 26.7% decrease from the previous month’s 5.9 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in reported incidents. This shift may be partly explained by seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order offences. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak activity periods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 232 residents, a statistic that translates to a relatively low risk for individuals living in Cwmavon. This monthly exposure rate, when compared to the UK average, highlights the area’s consistently lower crime profile, though localised factors such as community engagement and policing strategies may further contribute to this trend. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Cwmavon remains a safer environment than the national average, with crime concentrated in specific categories rather than widespread incidents.