Neath Port Talbot Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Neath Port Talbot recorded a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 15.1% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, masks a combination of crime types that reflect the area's seasonal and demographic characteristics. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences (433 cases), dominated the landscape, accounting for 41.6% of all incidents. This stark contrast to property crimes (221 cases) suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns, possibly influenced by the summer months, which bring increased foot traffic, social gatherings, and tourism. The area's coastal and industrial nature may contribute to this imbalance, with public spaces such as beaches and town centres becoming focal points for both violent and disorderly conduct. Anti-social behaviour (201 cases) and public order offences (127 cases) followed closely, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 41%, indicating a potential challenge in managing public spaces during peak tourist periods. Seasonal factors, including festivals and outdoor events, may amplify these trends, though the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average. This data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address the specific challenges posed by violent and public order offences, even as the area benefits from a relatively lower overall crime rate.

July 2025 witnessed a stark contrast in crime trends, with violent crimes (433) accounting for 41.6% of all reported incidents, far outpacing property crimes (221). This imbalance, while not uncommon in urban areas, raises questions about local factors such as increased social interactions during the summer months or the impact of seasonal events. A significant 200% increase in possession of weapons (3 to 9 cases) highlights a concerning shift, though it remains a small fraction of overall crime. Conversely, robbery cases plummeted by 66.7% (6 to 2), potentially linked to heightened police presence or seasonal deterrence. Public order offences in Neath Port Talbot were 41% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's proximity to tourist attractions or festivals, which can amplify public disorder during peak summer activity. For residents, the 15.1% reduction in the overall crime rate compared to the UK average offers a relative sense of security, though localised challenges such as public order remain areas for targeted intervention.

Neath Port Talbot's crime rate in July 2025 (7.3 per 1,000) marks an 8.8% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 34 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while localised, provides context for residents and local authorities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 137 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents within the population. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the distribution of crime types reveals nuances. For instance, public order offences in Neath Port Talbot were 41% above the UK average, suggesting a disparity in local enforcement or community dynamics compared to other regions. The population context further highlights that 143,249 residents share this crime burden, with the monthly exposure figure serving as a tangible metric for assessing community safety. These comparisons, while not directly comparable to UK-wide daily figures, offer insights into how Neath Port Talbot's crime profile aligns or diverges from national trends.