Cwmavon Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cwmavon's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 31.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This marked improvement, consistent with the area's generally lower crime profile compared to larger urban centres, reflects a combination of local policing efforts, community engagement, and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (19.2%) and other crimes (7.7%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely contributed to the 18.8% decrease in violent crimes compared to the previous month, as increased foot traffic and community activity may deter criminal activity. However, the rise in public order offences, which are 85% above the UK average, suggests challenges in managing disruptions in public spaces. The area's relatively low burglary and theft rates, 29% and 60% below UK averages respectively, indicate that property crime remains a secondary concern, possibly due to the built-up nature of the area and the presence of community-focused initiatives. These trends, while promising, highlight the need for continued monitoring of public order issues and targeted support for areas experiencing spikes in non-violent crime.

September 2025 saw a marked 18.8% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 16 to 13 cases. This reduction, though modest, may reflect seasonal factors such as the return to school and university freshers, which often bring increased community engagement and policing presence. Conversely, other crime, burglary, and other theft each saw a 100% increase from zero to two incidents, highlighting emerging vulnerabilities. Public order offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 85% above the UK average, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which was 66% below the UK rate. These shifts suggest a combination of local events and broader crime trends. For residents, the 50% share of violent crimes underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas prone to such incidents, such as public spaces or high-traffic zones.

Cwmavon's crime rate in September 2025 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.9% increase from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This shift, though modest, reflects ongoing fluctuations in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the month, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 196 residents, a statistic that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, but the slight month-on-month rise suggests that local factors—such as seasonal transitions or community activities—may be influencing patterns. The population context further highlights that Cwmavon's smaller size and potentially lower population density could contribute to the relatively low crime figures compared to larger urban areas. These metrics, when considered together, provide a nuanced picture of the area's safety profile.