Cwmavon Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Cwmavon during April 2024 reveals a marked emphasis on interpersonal violence, with violent and sexual offences accounting for 60% of all reported crimes — a significantly higher proportion than the UK average, where such offences make up 37% of the total. This imbalance suggests a local dynamic where interpersonal conflicts or community tensions may play a larger role than in other areas. The overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents — 23.4% below the UK average of 7.7 — indicates a generally safer environment, though the disproportionate share of violent crime raises questions about underlying factors. Seasonal context may help explain these patterns: April's spring weather and Easter-related activity could have increased outdoor interactions, contributing to the rise in violent incidents. Conversely, the low share of property crimes (6.7%) — compared to the UK average of 14% — suggests that theft and burglary are less prevalent in this built-up area, due to its smaller scale or specific community characteristics. The relatively high rate of anti-social behaviour (13.3%) and 'other crime' (6.7%) compared to UK averages may indicate gaps in local policing or unmet community needs, though further analysis would be required to confirm these hypotheses.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 9 to 18 cases — the most significant monthly jump in this category. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in anti-social behaviour and 'other crime' reports, indicates a notable shift in the area's crime mix. While violent crimes dominate at 60% of the total, property crimes remain minimal (6.7%), a stark contrast to the UK average where property crime constitutes a larger share. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Cwmavon (3.5 per 1,000) is 37% above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting a localised concentration of interpersonal incidents. Conversely, public order offences fell by 33.3%, a decrease that may reflect seasonal changes in outdoor activity patterns during April's spring weather.

Cwmavon's crime rate in April 2024 rose 49.9% compared to March, moving from 3.9 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend suggests a shift in local patterns. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in April — a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,094. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 170 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the built-up area. This statistic, when considered alongside the population size, highlights the relative rarity of crime in Cwmavon compared to larger urban centres. The increase from March may be linked to seasonal factors, such as Easter-related activity or changes in community dynamics during the spring, though no definitive causal link can be drawn without further data.