Neath Port Talbot Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Neath Port Talbot recorded 851 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 15.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s relatively lower crime profile compared to the rest of the country. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (49.7% of total incidents), followed by public order offences (12.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.3%). These statistics align with the area’s urban and industrial character, where high foot traffic and community dynamics may contribute to the dominance of violent and public order crimes. Seasonal factors, such as the Christmas shopping peak and extended periods of darkness, likely influenced the crime profile, with potential links to increased opportunities for theft and public disorder. However, the rate of anti-social behaviour, which is 35% below the UK average, suggests that community-based initiatives or local policing efforts may be effectively mitigating certain types of criminal activity. The data also indicates that property crimes, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, were significantly below the UK average, reflecting a combination of improved security measures and the area’s specific economic and social context. While the overall crime rate remains below the national average, the prominence of violent crimes underscores the need for targeted interventions to address underlying factors such as social cohesion and access to support services.

December 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person doubling from 2 to 4 incidents, and bicycle theft increasing from 0 to 1, reflecting potential seasonal vulnerabilities. Conversely, vehicle crime decreased by 40.7% (27 to 16), possibly influenced by reduced car usage during the holiday season or enhanced security measures. The crime mix also shifted, with violent crimes (49.7% of total) outnumbering property crimes, a trend consistent with the area’s urban characteristics and the impact of dark evenings on public safety. Violence and sexual offences in Neath Port Talbot were 17% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 35% below, illustrating a combination of local demographics and broader national trends. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person underscores the need for heightened vigilance during festive periods.

Neath Port Talbot’s December 2025 crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 3.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.2, reflecting a slight downward trend in overall criminal activity. This rate translates to approximately 27 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while steady, remains a local benchmark for community monitoring. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 168 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents within the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when considering the broader context of national crime trends, though local factors such as community engagement and policing strategies may play a role in this disparity. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, despite the absolute number of crimes, the rate per capita remains below the UK average, suggesting a relatively safer environment compared to other areas in the country.