Cwmavon Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour emerged as the dominant crime category in Cwmavon during June 2025, accounting for 32% of all reported crimes. This was followed by violence and sexual offences (24%) and public order issues (20%), highlighting a pattern where non-violent but disruptive incidents outnumbered more severe crimes. The overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents placed the area 39.5% below the UK average of 8.1, a marked contrast to the national profile. This discrepancy may be attributed to Cwmavon’s built-up character within Neath Port Talbot, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could contribute to lower rates of violent crime. The seasonal context of June, with its longer days and the onset of summer tourism, may have influenced the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as increased public gatherings in local spaces could exacerbate such incidents. However, the relatively low levels of property crime—only 5 incidents compared to 25 total—suggest that Cwmavon’s crime profile is distinct from typical urban centres, where theft and burglary often dominate. The UK comparison further underscores the area’s safety, particularly given the 58% deficit in violence and sexual offences compared to the national average. This suggests that local factors, such as a lower population density or stronger community networks, may play a role in mitigating more severe crimes. The data also reveals that public order offences, though lower in absolute numbers, exceeded the UK average by 69%, a finding that warrants attention to local policing strategies in managing public spaces.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with increases in other theft (+100%), other crime (+100%), and burglary (+100%) compared to May. These jumps, though from zero to one incident, suggest emerging trends that may require closer monitoring. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 62.5% (from 16 to 6), a significant drop that could reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced social gatherings during early summer. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000, exceeded the UK average by 13%, a contrast to the 58% deficit seen in violence and sexual offences. This divergence illustrates a complex crime mix, where public order issues and anti-social conduct dominate over more severe violent crimes. For residents, the 1-in-204 monthly exposure figure provides a tangible measure of risk, though it remains far below national benchmarks.

Cwmavon’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 19.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential seasonal shift, as June marks the start of summer and increased outdoor activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime in a way that reflects local population density. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a consistent but low frequency compared to national averages. This daily rate, while modest, underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance, particularly in areas with transient populations or high foot traffic. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the low absolute numbers, the crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, reinforcing Cwmavon’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within Neath Port Talbot.