Port Talbot Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Port Talbot's crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 34.8% of all reported crimes, with 119 incidents recorded at a rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This category is 43% above the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in the built-up area. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 17.5% of total crimes (60 incidents), a rate 48% above the national average. The summer season, with its longer days and growing tourist presence, may partly explain the elevated levels of violent crime, as public spaces become more crowded and interactions more frequent. Shoplifting also rises sharply, with 40 cases (11.7 per 1,000) — 122% above the UK average — likely linked to the area's retail presence and increased foot traffic during the early stages of the tourist season. While property crimes remain a concern, the dominance of violent offences suggests broader social and environmental factors at play, such as the town's industrial history and demographic composition. The overall crime rate of 11.7 per 1,000 places Port Talbot well above the UK average of 8.1, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

June 2025 saw a 300% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, a stark jump that may reflect heightened summer activity in public spaces. Robbery also doubled, with 5 cases reported, marking the first occurrence of this crime type in the month. Shoplifting rose by 53.8% to 40 cases, likely driven by increased retail footfall during the start of the tourist season. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 22.2% to 7 incidents, possibly due to reduced overnight parking in industrial zones. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category, with 60 cases, 48% above the UK average. The sharp rise in theft from the person and robbery underscores a shift in crime patterns during summer, when open-air environments may create more opportunities for opportunistic crimes. These figures provide critical insights for residents planning summer activities, highlighting areas to remain vigilant.

Port Talbot's crime rate in June 2025 dropped by 3.4% compared to the previous month's 12.1 per 1,000, settling at 11.7 per 1,000. This slight decline follows a seasonal pattern typical of summer months, when increased daylight and tourism may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Locally, this translates to roughly 11 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 86 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent presence of crime in the community. While the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average, the month-on-month decrease suggests a possible stabilisation in crime trends. This daily and monthly context helps residents gauge the relative risk of encountering crime in their daily lives, though the rate still places Port Talbot in a higher-risk bracket compared to national benchmarks.