Cwmavon Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cwmavon’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.1 per 1,000, 24.7% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-national crime levels, though the breakdown of incidents reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 51.6% of all crimes, with 16 reported cases, a category where the area’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000 is 10% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences each contributed 16.1% of total crimes, with the latter category’s rate of 1.0 per 1,000 being 72% above the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local factors and broader trends. May, with its bank holidays and extended evenings, likely contributed to increased socialising and outdoor activity, which may have influenced the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The area’s relatively low property crime rate (5 cases, 1.6% of total) contrasts with its higher violent crime rate, a pattern consistent with Cwmavon’s built-up character and potential concentration of social spaces. Seasonal factors, such as the timing of public events and the transition into warmer weather, may have further amplified certain types of crime. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the fluctuations in specific categories highlight the need for targeted strategies to address emerging patterns.

May 2025 saw a dramatic 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in criminal damage and arson, marks the most significant month-on-month shift in the area’s crime profile. Violence and sexual offences, however, declined by 20% to 16 cases, a reduction that may partly reflect seasonal changes or targeted interventions. Cwmavon’s violent crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 is 10% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a localised challenge in addressing such offences. Theft from the person, though minimal (just one incident), saw a 100% increase from zero to one case, underscoring the unpredictability of certain crime types. These fluctuations suggest that while overall crime remains below national levels, specific categories warrant closer attention, particularly as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays may have influenced social dynamics.

Cwmavon’s crime rate in May 2025 dropped by 13.9% compared to April’s 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in local crime. This brings the current rate to 6.1 per 1,000, a figure that places the area 24.7% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the month, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 5,094 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 164 residents, a measure that contextualises the impact of crime on the local community. While the overall trend is downward, the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture: anti-social behaviour and public order offences have seen sharp increases, suggesting a shift in the nature of incidents. This contrast with the previous month highlights the need for ongoing analysis of local patterns, even as the overall rate remains below national levels.