Neath Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Neath, there were 6.1 reported crimes in June 2024, a rate 25.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately one crime for every 10 residents, a metric that helps contextualise safety in everyday terms. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.2%) and public order offences (16.2%). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—likely influenced these patterns, with increased social activity potentially contributing to higher rates of public order issues. However, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with Neath’s character as a built-up area within Neath Port Talbot, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may play a role. Violent crimes, though the largest category, were 9% below the UK average, suggesting effective strategies in reducing serious incidents. Anti-social behaviour also fell 21% below the UK average, reflecting strong local engagement or targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The relatively low rates of property crimes, such as shoplifting (68% below UK average) and burglary (33% below), may be attributed to the area’s urban-industrial mix, where commercial activity and surveillance infrastructure could deter such offences. These figures illustrate a community with a crime profile shaped by both seasonal dynamics and local-specific factors, offering a nuanced understanding of safety for residents and visitors alike.

June 2024 saw a 46.9% increase in public order offences, rising from 32 to 47 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), may reflect heightened social interactions during the summer solstice or increased foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 73.3% (15 to 4), potentially linked to reduced nighttime activity or improved car park security. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.5 per 1,000, remained 9% below the UK average, suggesting effective community interventions or policing strategies. The 75% drop in theft from the person (4 to 1) could indicate heightened awareness among residents or targeted anti-theft measures in high-risk areas.

Neath's crime rate in June 2024 dropped by 22.5% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.9 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the summer season, when tourism in surrounding coastal areas may shift activity patterns, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. Locally, the average resident faced a 1-in-164 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the month, a figure that contextualises risk within daily life. On a daily basis, roughly 10 crimes were recorded, equivalent to one incident for every 10 residents in a single day. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting systemic differences in policing, community engagement, or socioeconomic factors unique to Neath. The reduction in vehicle crime (down 73.3%) and theft from the person (down 75%) suggests improved security measures or altered offender behaviour during the summer months.