Cwmavon Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area with a population of 5,094, Cwmavon recorded 23 crimes in December 2025, equating to a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 35.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, placing the area in a safer position relative to national benchmarks. The crime breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences constituted 47.8% of all incidents, followed by public order offences at 17.4% and criminal damage and arson at 13.0%. These patterns align with seasonal factors typical of December, such as the Christmas shopping peak, party season, and extended periods of darkness, which can influence both criminal activity and community interactions. The relatively low crime rate may be attributable to the area’s character as a smaller, more tightly knit community within Neath Port Talbot, where local initiatives and community engagement could play a role in crime prevention. However, the sharp increase in public order offences highlights a need for targeted interventions, particularly during periods of heightened social activity. The data also underscores the importance of considering both demographic and geographic factors when interpreting crime trends, as the built-up area’s proximity to larger urban centres may influence patterns of offending compared to more rural counterparts.

December 2025 saw a 300% increase in public order offences, rising from one incident to four, a stark shift that may reflect heightened tensions during the festive season. This surge was accompanied by a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, moving from zero to three incidents, and a 100% rise in vehicle crime, which previously had no recorded cases. These spikes in specific categories contrast with a 57.1% decrease in anti-social behaviour, which fell from seven to three incidents, potentially indicating a reduction in community disturbances. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 47.8% of all crimes, saw a 15.4% decrease from November, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, though still 14% below it. Meanwhile, public order offences in Cwmavon were 82% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, a significant disparity that could be linked to local dynamics during the Christmas period.

In December 2025, Cwmavon’s crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marked a 4.0% decline from the previous month’s 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight improvement in local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 221 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that is relatable to residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a low-frequency metric that contrasts with higher-density urban areas. Considering the population of 5,094, the 23 crimes recorded in December represent a manageable volume relative to the size of the built-up area. This suggests that the local community’s efforts in crime prevention, combined with seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings, may have contributed to this trend. However, the monthly data also highlights the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas where public order offences saw a sharp increase.