Neath Port Talbot Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Neath Port Talbot, 6.6 crimes were reported in November 2023—12% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately one in 31 residents encountering a crime, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.2% of all incidents, significantly outpacing other categories, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences formed the next largest shares. These trends may be influenced by the area's post-industrial character, where community tensions and transient populations can contribute to persistent issues in public spaces. Seasonal factors in November—such as darker evenings, Bonfire Night events, and the start of Black Friday shopping—likely played a role in shaping these statistics. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (80% below the UK average) and burglary (71% below) suggests that residential and commercial security measures in the area may be functioning effectively, though the high incidence of violent crime indicates ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal conflict. This month's data highlights a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and broader societal trends, all of which shape the lived experience of crime for Neath Port Talbot's residents.

November saw a sharp 83.3% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from six to 11 incidents—a spike that may partly reflect heightened tensions during darker evenings. Concurrently, other thefts surged by 59.5% (42 to 67), suggesting potential vulnerabilities in securing personal property during the festive shopping period. Anti-social behaviour fell by 28.4%, with incidents dropping from 176 to 126, possibly linked to targeted community initiatives or seasonal shifts in public activity. Violent crimes remained high compared to the UK average, with 416 incidents recorded (2.9 per 1,000) versus the UK's 2.6 per 1,000. This 12% gap above the national benchmark for this category underscores local challenges in addressing interpersonal conflict, even as overall rates remain below the UK average.

Neath Port Talbot's November 2023 crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 5.3% decline from October's 7.0 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but consistent downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 31 crimes per day in November—a figure that, while significant, contextualises risk as a routine part of local life rather than an acute crisis. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents, illustrating that the majority of residents experienced no direct involvement in criminal activity. This monthly exposure rate aligns with broader patterns in areas with mixed urban and industrial landscapes, where crime remains a visible but not overwhelming presence. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while specific incidents may dominate headlines, the overall risk per individual remains relatively low compared to national averages.