Cwmavon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Cwmavon's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate, despite the month-on-month increase, reflects a consistent pattern of subdued criminal activity in the built-up area within Neath Port Talbot. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 52.4% of all reported incidents — a figure that, while higher than the UK average for this category, remains contextually significant given the area's small population. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also featured prominently, though the latter exceeded the UK average by 46%, a discrepancy that may be influenced by local enforcement practices or community-specific factors. Seasonal context suggests that February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could have contributed to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier months. However, the marked increase in public order and violent offences from January highlights the potential impact of shifting social dynamics during the winter period. The area's limited geographic spread and relatively small population likely amplify the visibility of even minor fluctuations in crime trends, making it a focal point for targeted local initiatives. The dominance of violent crime in Cwmavon's profile, combined with its below-average property crime rates, suggests a unique local context that may warrant further analysis of community-specific risk factors.

February 2026 saw a stark increase in public order offences, which rose by 100% from zero incidents in January to three reported cases. This surge, coupled with an 83.3% rise in violence and sexual offences (from six to 11 incidents), marks a significant shift in the area's crime mix. While property crimes remained exceptionally low — just two incidents in the month — the dominance of violent crime (accounting for 52.4% of all reported offences) contrasts sharply with the UK average for this category, which is 5% lower. Anti-social behaviour also remained below the UK average, with three incidents reported compared to the national rate of 0.9 per 1,000. Conversely, public order offences in Cwmavon exceeded the UK average by 46%, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as community dynamics or enforcement priorities. Meanwhile, other theft fell by 50% from two to one incident, a decline that could be linked to seasonal factors or improved local security measures.

Cwmavon's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 40.1% compared to the previous month's rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a notable shift in the area's monthly crime profile. This increase, though significant, still leaves the area's overall rate at 4.1 per 1,000 — 35.9% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in February, a figure that reflects the relatively low volume of incidents despite the month-on-month rise. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 243 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate remains well below the UK's national average, the upward trend from January to February suggests a need for continued monitoring of patterns, particularly in categories such as public order and violence. The area's small population and concentrated built-up nature may contribute to the visibility of these shifts, with limited geographic spread amplifying the impact of even minor fluctuations in reported incidents.