Cwmavon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cwmavon’s crime profile in April 2025 reveals a distinct balance of violent and public order offences, diverging from the UK average. The area recorded 36 crimes, with a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents — 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate, while lower than the national figure, masks a significant concentration of violent crime, which accounted for 55.6% of all incidents (20 cases). Violence and sexual offences alone reached 3.9 per 1,000, 49% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the UK’s typical emphasis on property crimes. Public order offences also stood out, at 1.0 per 1,000 — 85% above the UK average, potentially reflecting heightened tensions during the Easter period or increased outdoor activity in spring. Other crime categories, such as anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.4 per 1,000), were below UK averages by 70% and 30%, respectively, suggesting lower levels of disorder or more effective local policing. The seasonal context of April — with Easter, warmer weather, and rising outdoor activity — may have influenced these patterns. For instance, the spike in violent crime could be linked to increased social interactions in public spaces, while the lower rates of anti-social behaviour might indicate community cohesion or targeted interventions. The dominance of violent crime over property crime is unusual for a built-up area within Neath Port Talbot, a region historically associated with industrial activity. This shift could signal changing demographics, such as a younger population, or evolving social dynamics. However, causation, and further analysis would be needed to explore these possibilities. Residents and local authorities may need to consider how to address the specific challenges posed by violent crime while maintaining the area’s relatively strong performance in other categories.

April 2025 saw a stark shift in crime trends, with burglary, shoplifting, and other crime all doubling from zero to one incident each. This marks a 100% increase for each category, suggesting a sudden spike in property-related offences. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, from four to two incidents, a decline that may reflect seasonal changes or community interventions. The crime mix reveals a pronounced emphasis on violent and public order offences, with violence and sexual offences at 3.9 per 1,000 — 49% above the UK average. This imbalance contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically dominate. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are both below UK averages, with the latter 30% lower. These disparities may indicate unique local dynamics, such as focused policing efforts or community resilience. Residents might find the sharp increase in burglary and shoplifting particularly concerning, as these crimes often occur in high-traffic areas and could be linked to Easter-related foot traffic or seasonal retail activity.

Cwmavon’s crime rate in April 2025 rose by 50.1% compared to March 2025, moving from 4.7 to 7.1 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend contrasts with the area’s overall position below the UK average, highlighting a dynamic shift in local crime patterns. Daily crime figures show one reported crime per day on average, a rate that, while modest, reflects the month’s specific context. Over the course of April, one crime occurred for every 142 residents, a monthly exposure figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. This ratio is particularly notable for a built-up area within Neath Port Talbot, where population density and community engagement may influence crime visibility. The increase from March likely reflects seasonal factors, such as Easter-related activities and the transition to warmer weather, which can alter patterns of public behaviour and crime opportunities. These figures, while not directly comparable to national averages, provide a local lens through which residents can assess their immediate environment.