Neath Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Neath’s December 2025 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 places it 25.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a consistent trend for the built-up area within Neath Port Talbot. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 56.1% of all reported incidents—2.9 per 1,000, 13% above the UK average. This may partly explain the area’s overall rate, as urban centres with higher population densities often see elevated violent crime during festive periods when alcohol consumption and social gatherings increase. Public order offences (10.6% of total crimes) also rose to 0.6 per 1,000, 36% above the UK average, potentially linked to the party season and extended shopping hours. A significant shift in criminal activity was observed, with burglary and theft from the person both doubling compared to November, reflecting a sharp increase in property-related crimes. These spikes contrast with declines in other categories, such as criminal damage and arson, which fell by 38.9% (from 18 to 11), due to seasonal factors like reduced outdoor activity during colder months. The area’s lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (46% below UK levels) and shoplifting (65% below UK levels) suggest effective community measures or environmental factors that deter such crimes. However, the doubling of burglary cases highlights vulnerabilities in residential and commercial properties, which may require targeted interventions. Seasonal context further influences these trends, as Christmas shopping and holiday-related activity create opportunities for theft, while shorter evenings and increased home security measures may reduce other types of crime. Neath’s crime profile, therefore, reflects a combination of local dynamics and broader seasonal patterns, with property crimes emerging as a critical focus for local authorities.

December 2025 saw two crime categories—burglary and theft from the person—double compared to November, rising from 2 to 4 and 0 to 3 respectively, a 100% increase in both cases. This dramatic surge in property crimes contrasts with a 54.5% decline in ‘other crime’ (from 11 to 5), suggesting shifting criminal activity patterns during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 56.1% of all reported incidents (2.9 per 1,000), 13% above the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). This may partly explain the area’s overall rate, as urban centres with higher population densities often see elevated violent crime during festive periods when alcohol consumption and social gatherings increase. Public order offences (10.6% of total crimes) also rose to 0.6 per 1,000, 36% above the UK average, potentially linked to the party season and extended shopping hours. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 46% below the UK rate (0.9 per 1,000), a figure that could reflect community initiatives or seasonal inactivity. Residents might find the burglary spike particularly concerning, given Neath’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, which may create opportunities for targeted theft.

Neath’s December 2025 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 reflects a 12.8% decline from November’s 6.0 per 1,000, marking the lowest monthly rate in the area for over a year. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar urban centres, where festive periods often coincide with reduced public activity and heightened home security measures. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, remains a local metric without UK-wide comparison. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 193 residents—a rate that, when contextualised against Neath’s population of 47,434, suggests a relatively stable environment for most residents. However, the sharp increases in burglary and theft from the person, both doubling from November, indicate pockets of vulnerability that may require targeted local attention. These spikes contrast with declines in other categories, such as ‘other crime’ and criminal damage, which may reflect shifting criminal priorities during the festive season. The overall rate remains 25.7% below the UK average, highlighting Neath’s consistent performance relative to national trends, though localised risks persist in property-related crimes.