Mountain Ash Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mountain Ash's July 2025 crime rate of 9.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 9.3% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's distinct position in the national crime profile, particularly given its proximity to major urban centres and the influence of seasonal factors. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.9% of total crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000 (28% higher). This category's prominence may be consistent with the area's status as a commuter hub, where interactions in transport nodes and public spaces could contribute to higher rates of such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, was 16% below the UK average, a contrast that may reflect local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. Vehicle crime in Mountain Ash was 105% above the UK average, a trend that aligns with the area's reliance on road transport and the presence of industrial sites that could attract opportunistic offenders. July's peak summer conditions, with schools out and festivals ongoing, likely influenced crime patterns, increasing opportunities for theft and disorder. The data also highlights a 25% increase in public order offences compared to the UK average, a category that may be exacerbated by the influx of visitors during summer events. These trends suggest a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and environmental factors that shape the area's crime profile.

July 2025 saw dramatic spikes in shoplifting, other theft, and drug-related crimes, with shoplifting surging 700% from one incident to eight. Other theft also rose sharply, increasing by 500% from one to six, while drug-related crimes jumped 400% from one to five. These increases may partly explain the overall 9.3% rise above the UK average. Conversely, violent crimes decreased by 18.2% from 55 to 45, a shift that contrasts with the surge in property crimes. The breakdown shows that vehicle crime in Mountain Ash is 105% above the UK average, with nine incidents reported. This divergence from national trends highlights the area's unique challenges. Anti-social behaviour, though still a concern, was 16% below the UK average, suggesting some local factors may be tempering this category.

Mountain Ash's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 20.9% increase from 7.8 per 1,000 in June. This places the area 9.3% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged four incidents per day, translating to one reported crime for every 106 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is a local monthly aggregate, it provides a clear snapshot of the area's exposure. The population context reveals that each resident in Mountain Ash faces a 1-in-106 chance of being directly involved in a reported crime this month, a statistic that underscores the need for community vigilance. This rate is higher than the June figure, suggesting a shift in crime patterns that deserves closer attention to local factors such as seasonal events or changes in community activity.