Llanharan and Brynna Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Llanharan and Brynna's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with violent crimes driving the area's overall rate to 8.0 per 1,000 residents—17.6% higher than the national figure of 6.8. This marked deviation is most evident in the 31 reported cases of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for nearly half of all crimes (49.2%) and were 56% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crime over property offences (15 cases) suggests a shift in the crime mix compared to previous months, though seasonal factors may play a role. January's post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall align with a typical dip in outdoor crimes, yet the area's violent crime rate defies this pattern. Burglary, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 186% above the UK average, indicating vulnerabilities in residential security that contrast with the UK's generally lower rates. Public order offences (5 cases) and anti-social behaviour (5 cases) also contributed to the mix, though the latter was 35% below the UK average. The seasonal context may partly explain the lower-than-expected anti-social behaviour rates, as colder weather and shorter days could reduce public gatherings. However, the sharp rise in drug-related crimes (3 cases, up 200% from December) remains unexplained, with no clear link to local events or demographics. The area's small population (7,907 residents) means absolute numbers remain modest, but the concentration of incidents within a short timeframe raises questions about localized triggers. This month's data underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing violent crime and burglary, while the UK comparison highlights the area's distinct challenges.

Violent crimes dominated January's crime profile, accounting for 49.2% of all incidents (31 cases) and 56% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This stark outlier suggests a significant divergence from national trends. Among month-on-month changes, drug-related offences surged by 200% (1 to 3 cases), while possession of weapons and 'other crime' categories both doubled from zero to two. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may indicate emerging patterns or increased awareness. Conversely, 'other theft' fell by 40% (5 to 3), potentially reflecting seasonal factors such as reduced retail activity during January's shorter days. The area's burglary rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 186% above the UK average, highlighting a vulnerability in property crime that contrasts with the UK's generally lower rates. For residents, the 200% rise in drug offences may warrant closer attention to local support services.

Llanharan and Brynna's crime rate in January 2026 rose sharply to 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 57.5% increase from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000. This jump places the area 17.6% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a gap that has widened significantly over recent months. Locally, this equates to roughly two crimes reported per day, with 1 in 126 residents experiencing a crime during the month. The population-scaled perspective highlights the intensity of this increase: for every 1,000 residents, the area saw 8 crimes, compared to 5 in December. This monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK's average, though the area's small population (7,907 residents) means absolute numbers remain relatively low. The shift from December's rate suggests a seasonal or situational factor influencing crime patterns. The daily crime count, while modest, underscores the concentration of incidents within a short timeframe, raising questions about localized triggers or increased reporting.