Llanharan and Brynna Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Llanharan and Brynna, a built-up area within Rhondda Cynon Taf, recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents—16% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, translates to a tangible risk for residents, with 1 in every 158 individuals experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. The area's crime profile is shaped by seasonal dynamics, as Easter and spring weather typically drive increased outdoor activity, which may contribute to higher public order offences. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category (38% of total crimes), saw a 40.6% decrease from March's peak, though they remain 8% below the UK average. This decline may be linked to the Easter holiday period, which often reduces opportunities for certain types of crime. Conversely, public order offences—such as anti-social behaviour and disorder—accounted for 26% of all crimes, a figure 150% higher than the UK average. This discrepancy suggests that the area's compact, residential layout may amplify incidents of noise complaints, disturbances, or transient gatherings, particularly in shared spaces. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (49% below UK average) and burglary (67% below UK average) indicate that local initiatives, such as community policing or youth engagement programmes, may be playing a role in mitigating these issues. However, the surge in vehicle crime—up 100% from two to four incidents—raises questions about the impact of temporary visitors during the Easter period. The overall crime rate, while relatively low, highlights the need for targeted interventions in public order management, as these incidents affect the area's safety perception despite the broader decline in violent crime.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Llanharan and Brynna, with three categories experiencing 100% increases: drugs-related offences, burglary, and vehicle crime. These rises, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the 40.6% drop in violence and sexual offences—a category that had previously accounted for 38% of all crimes. The contrast between these trends underscores the area's evolving crime profile, where property-focused crimes are gaining prominence. Public order offences, at 26% of total crimes, stand out as 150% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a disparity that likely reflects local factors such as the area's built-up nature and potential for transient populations in public spaces. Conversely, anti-social behaviour remains 49% below the UK average, suggesting that community cohesion efforts may be contributing to a more stable social environment. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime—a category that rose from two to four incidents—highlights the need for heightened awareness in parking areas, particularly during the Easter holiday period when temporary visitors may increase.

Llanharan and Brynna's crime rate in April 2023 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 13.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.3 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions in Wales. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly two reported crimes each day—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in community spaces. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 158 residents, a ratio that, when contextualised against the area's population of 7,907, illustrates that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains relatively modest. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, which is 16% higher. The population context also highlights that the area's smaller size amplifies the visibility of individual incidents, making community policing and local awareness efforts more impactful. While the daily crime count is manageable, the distribution of crime types—particularly the spike in public order offences—suggests that targeted interventions in high-traffic areas may yield disproportionate benefits.