Mountain Ash Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,654, 90 crimes were recorded in Mountain Ash during April 2025. This equates to one crime for every 129 residents over the course of the month, aligning with the UK average of 7.7 crimes per 1,000 people. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.3% of all reported incidents—30% higher than the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed, making up 18.9% of cases, while criminal damage and arson contributed 12.2%, both significantly above national rates. The spring season, marked by Easter and increased outdoor activity, may have influenced these patterns. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, saw a sharp rise compared to other crime types, suggesting a possible link to social dynamics during peak holiday periods or heightened community interactions in public spaces. direct causation, but seasonal transitions and local events could likely contribute to fluctuations in violent crime rates. The area’s crime profile reflects a balance between urban characteristics—such as community hubs and public areas—and the seasonal rhythms of a post-industrial region, where economic and social factors may intersect to shape crime trends.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in specific crime categories compared to March. Shoplifting, which had previously recorded one incident, rose to three—a 200% increase—potentially linked to Easter-related retail activity or temporary lapses in security measures. Similarly, theft from the person doubled to one incident, while criminal damage and arson increased by 57.1% to 11 cases. These rises contrast sharply with declines in other areas: vehicle crime fell by 66.7% to three incidents, burglary dropped by 66.7% to one case, and drug-related offences halved to three. The violent crime rate in Mountain Ash (3.4 per 1,000) was 30% above the UK average for this category, which stood at 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (1.5 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.9 per 1,000) also exceeded national rates by 13% and 58%, respectively. Conversely, other theft (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) were 40% and 55% below UK averages, indicating that certain crime types may be less prevalent in this area. For residents, the 200% surge in shoplifting suggests a need for heightened vigilance in retail environments during peak holiday periods.

Mountain Ash’s crime rate in April 2025 (7.7 per 1,000) marked an 11.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.8 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend that may be attributable to seasonal or local factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, cannot be directly compared to national averages due to the absence of UK-wide daily crime data. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for residents assessing the likelihood of encountering crime in their community. This rate is consistent with the UK average, but the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local patterns. For example, while the overall rate matches the national figure, violent crime in Mountain Ash is higher than in other parts of the UK. This disparity underscores the importance of localized analysis, as national averages can mask significant variations in specific crime categories. The population-scaled perspective—placing crime rates in the context of 11,654 residents—helps residents understand that the area’s safety profile is neither exceptionally high nor low, but rather reflective of broader trends with unique local nuances.