Pontardawe Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pontardawe's July 2025 crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 25.6% reduction below the UK average, reflecting a sustained improvement in local safety. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (16.2%). This distribution aligns with typical patterns for a built-up area within a larger urban conurbation, where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes are more prevalent than in rural settings. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the crime profile, with peak summer activity and the absence of school holidays potentially increasing opportunities for anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's historical performance. Violent crime rates fell by 15% compared to June, a decrease that may be linked to increased police presence during summer festivals or improved community engagement initiatives. The rise in criminal damage and arson, however, highlights a specific challenge—though the category's UK average is low, the local spike suggests targeted interventions may be necessary. This interplay between consistent trends and isolated spikes underscores the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime data.

July 2025 witnessed a 15% decrease in violent crimes, with 17 incidents reported—down from 20 in June. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime across the UK, though the local rate remains 1% below the national average for this category. Conversely, criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This increase, while significant, still places Pontardawe 64% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a unique local factor driving such activity. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 16.7%, though it remains 23% below the UK average. Meanwhile, other theft fell sharply by two-thirds, a drop that may reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors. The most notable shift in crime mix was the rise in property crimes, which now account for 24% of total incidents—up from 16% in June. Residents may find the 1-in-156 residents monthly exposure figure particularly relevant, illustrating the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in Pontardawe compared to the UK average.

Pontardawe's crime rate in July 2025 (6.4 per 1,000 residents) represents a 14.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000, marking a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 156 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure to crime within the local population. This translates to an average of approximately one crime per day across Pontardawe's 5,760 residents, a rate that remains lower than the UK average. While daily crime counts provide a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate offers a broader perspective on the area's safety profile. The population-scaled comparison highlights that residents are less likely to experience crime compared to the national average, a trend consistent with the area's overall 25.6% reduction in crime rate relative to the UK. This context is crucial for understanding how Pontardawe's unique characteristics, such as its built-up area status within Neath Port Talbot, may influence crime patterns and resident perceptions of safety.