Mountain Ash Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 in Mountain Ash revealed a stark contrast between the dominance of violent crime and the relatively lower incidence of property-related offences, a pattern that may reflect broader social or environmental trends. The area’s overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents placed it 1.4% above the UK average, a marginal difference that masks significant variations in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 57% of all reported crimes, with 49 incidents recorded—4.2 per 1,000 residents, 63% above the UK average. This figure highlights a critical challenge for local authorities, particularly given the proximity of the area to events such as Bonfire Night and the darkening evenings typical of late autumn, which may contribute to increased tensions or opportunistic behaviour. Public order offences also surged, with 10 incidents reported (0.9 per 1,000), 91% above the UK average, suggesting a need for focused policing in high-traffic or community spaces. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 53.3% compared to the previous month, indicating the effectiveness of recent initiatives or the influence of seasonal factors such as reduced social gatherings. The month’s data also showed a 25% deficit in vehicle crime compared to the UK average, a trend that may be linked to Mountain Ash’s built-up nature and limited commuter traffic. However, the sharp rise in drug-related incidents—doubling from 0 to 2—raises concerns about local drug networks or increased illicit activity tied to holiday periods. These patterns, when viewed alongside the area’s seasonal context, suggest a need for adaptive strategies that address both the immediate pressures of November and the long-term trends in violent and public order crime.

November 2025 saw a marked shift in crime dynamics, with violent crimes accounting for 57% of all reported incidents—nearly double the share of property crimes. This imbalance, particularly stark given the 49 recorded violent offences compared to 15 property crimes, raises questions about underlying social or environmental factors. Among the most striking changes were the 100% increases in robbery, drugs, and other theft, which, while small in absolute terms, signal emerging concerns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 53.3% (from 15 to 7), possibly reflecting the impact of targeted interventions or seasonal factors such as shorter evenings. The area’s violent crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000—63% above the UK average—contrasts sharply with its performance in other categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime both fell below UK averages by 43% and 25%, respectively, highlighting a complex mix of local challenges and successes. A resident would note that the 1-in-136 monthly exposure rate, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in high-risk areas.

Mountain Ash's November 2025 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents marks an 8.6% decline from the previous month’s 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but notable reduction in overall activity. This decrease aligns with the 3 crimes reported per day on average, a figure that, while locally contextual, underscores the area’s ongoing efforts in community policing and crime prevention. Over the course of the month, 1-in-136 residents experienced a reported crime, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the concentrated nature of incidents within a relatively small population. When compared to the UK average, Mountain Ash’s rate remains nearly identical at 7.4 per 1,000, though local patterns diverge sharply in specific categories. For instance, the high incidence of violence and sexual offences—4.2 per 1,000—far exceeds the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting a unique challenge in addressing violent crime within the built-up area. This contrast with the UK’s broader trends illustrates the need for targeted local strategies, particularly in tackling public order and anti-social behaviour, which, while showing some improvement, still require sustained attention.