Pontardawe Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, a resident of Pontardawe faced a 1-in-160 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure derived from the area’s 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate, 14.9% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, masks a nuanced picture where certain crime types deviate sharply from national trends. Violent crimes, at 21 incidents (58.3% of total), dominate the landscape, with a rate of 3.7 per 1,000—43% above the UK average for this category. Public order offences also surge, rising to 6 cases (1.0 per 1,000) and 85% above the UK average, potentially linked to the back-to-school season and increased social activity in public spaces. Seasonal factors may partly explain these trends: as nights draw in and university freshers begin their academic year, the mix of young people and transient populations could contribute to a rise in public order and violent incidents. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage fall below national averages, suggesting localized efforts in these areas are yielding results. The contrast between the area’s overall safety and its specific crime challenges underscores the importance of targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the disproportionate rise in violence and public order offences. This data invites a closer look at how Pontardawe’s unique demographics and seasonal rhythms shape its crime profile, even as it remains comparatively safer than the UK average overall.

September 2025 saw a 200% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 6 cases—a stark shift in the crime mix. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary (from 0 to 2 cases), suggests heightened activity in public spaces and residential areas. Violent crimes also climbed by 31.3%, reaching 21 incidents, a figure 43% above the UK average. The rate of violence and sexual offences (3.7 per 1,000) is 43% higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicating a localised challenge in this category. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, from 2 to 1 case, possibly reflecting seasonal changes as nights draw in and outdoor activities decline. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3%, from 6 to 4 cases, though it remains 40% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime patterns, with public order and violent crimes dominating the landscape, offering residents a clear focus for community engagement and policing efforts.

Pontardawe's crime rate in September 2025 rose 16.2% compared to August's 5.4 per 1,000, reaching 6.3 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 160 residents over the course of the month. Daily crime figures show an average of one crime per day in the area, a rate that, while low compared to national benchmarks, reflects localized patterns. The population context is critical: with 5,760 residents, the 36 total crimes recorded in September equate to a 0.6% chance of any individual experiencing a crime, assuming even distribution. This figure is lower than the UK average, but the mix of crime types reveals stark contrasts. While anti-social behaviour and criminal damage fall below national averages, violent crimes and public order offences are significantly higher, indicating a combination of local dynamics and broader trends. The rise in public order offences, for instance, may be linked to seasonal transitions as schools and universities begin their academic terms, increasing foot traffic and social interactions in public spaces.