Pontypridd Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw an unexpected spike in 'Other crime' in Pontypridd, rising 133.3% compared to October, despite an overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 — 1.4% above the UK average. This surge in unclassified offences, which includes everything from environmental crimes to regulatory violations, contrasts sharply with declines in burglary (-84.6%) and shoplifting (-48.6%), likely reflecting seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 51.7% of all crimes, with rates 48% above the UK average. The data suggests a complex interaction between local factors and national trends, as public order offences (10.8%) and anti-social behaviour (7.1%) also showed notable deviations. November's dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping likely amplified tensions in public spaces, though the exact causes of the 'Other crime' increase remain unclear. The town's crime profile continues to reflect a mix of urban pressures and community-specific challenges, with property crime rates generally lower than the UK average but violent crime higher. This month's figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where unclassified offences are rising, while also acknowledging the success of initiatives that have reduced shoplifting and burglary.

The most striking change in November was the 133.3% increase in 'Other crime', which rose from six to 14 incidents. This category, which includes everything from fly-tipping to minor regulatory breaches, saw a dramatic surge that outpaced all other categories. Meanwhile, theft from the person doubled from zero to one incident, and vehicle crime increased by 71.4% (7 to 12), possibly linked to seasonal changes in parking patterns. Conversely, burglary plummeted by 84.6% (13 to 2), potentially due to increased community patrols or seasonal deterrence factors. Violent crime remained the most significant threat, with rates 48% above the UK average, though this was partially offset by declines in shoplifting (down 48.6%) and other theft (down 43.8%). The town's public order offences were 70% above the UK average, suggesting heightened tensions during November's darker evenings and events. Residents may find the 1.4% overall crime rate increase concerning, but the sharp reductions in burglary and shoplifting indicate that targeted efforts have had a measurable impact.

Pontypridd's November 2025 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 represents a 15.2% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.7 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of nine crimes per day — a figure that, while notable, is consistent with the area's urban character. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the town in the middle range of UK built-up areas. This figure, however, does not account for the uneven distribution of crime types: while property crimes remain relatively low (17.4% of total incidents), violent crime constitutes over half of all reports. The population context is also critical — with 36,479 residents, the absolute number of crimes (269) is manageable, but the concentration of violent offences highlights the need for community-focused policing. The contrast between the overall rate decline and the surge in 'Other crime' underscores the importance of granular analysis, as broad metrics can obscure emerging trends. This month's data reinforces the value of comparing local statistics to both national averages and historical trends to identify areas requiring intervention.