Neath Port Talbot Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 143,249 residents, Neath Port Talbot recorded 851 crimes in December 2025, equating to 5.9 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 15.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 49.7% of all reported incidents (423 cases), followed by public order offences (107 cases, 12.6%) and anti-social behaviour (79 cases, 9.3%). These figures align with the area's characteristics as a mixed urban and industrial district, where social interactions and community dynamics may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of December—a time of heightened social activity, holiday shopping, and dark evenings—likely plays a role in these patterns. For instance, the spike in public order offences could be linked to increased alcohol consumption during festive events or the challenges of managing crowds in public spaces. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of property crimes such as burglary (2.7% of total) and vehicle crime (1.9%) may indicate effective community policing or environmental measures that deter such offences. However, the 17% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average underscores the need for targeted initiatives to address local vulnerabilities, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of vulnerable populations or limited community engagement. The overall data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both seasonal rhythms and the area's unique socio-economic context, offering insights into the factors that influence safety in Neath Port Talbot.

December 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Bicycle theft, which had not been reported in the previous month, surged by 100% to one incident, while theft from the person also doubled to four cases. These increases may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased cycling during festive events or heightened opportunistic thefts in crowded areas. Conversely, other crime types experienced notable declines: other crime fell by 59.4% (from 32 to 13), vehicle crime dropped by 40.7% (from 27 to 16), and shoplifting decreased by 28.8% (from 52 to 37). The latter two decreases could reflect reduced retail activity during Christmas closures and lower foot traffic in shopping areas. Violence and sexual offences remained 17% above the UK average, while public order crimes were 82% above the national benchmark, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. These shifts in crime patterns highlight the combination of seasonal trends and localized factors in shaping the area's safety profile.

Neath Port Talbot's December 2025 crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 3.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This reduction, though modest, aligns with the seasonal context of December—a period typically marked by reduced outdoor activity and holiday-related closures, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 27 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 168 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while providing a snapshot of the area's overall safety, does not account for variations in daily patterns or localized hotspots. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 15.7% reduction in crime compared to the UK average, the local context of Neath Port Talbot—a mixed urban and industrial area—shapes the types and frequencies of crimes reported. For instance, the high proportion of violence and sexual offences, though 17% above the UK average, may reflect the area's social dynamics and seasonal factors such as late-night activity during the festive period.