Pontypridd Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Pontypridd, 7.4 crimes were recorded in September 2025, matching the UK average. This rate translates to a 1-in-136 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 38.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.5%) and public order offences (11.5%). The seasonal rhythm of September—marked by the return of students to local universities and the onset of darker evenings—may partly explain patterns in violent crime and anti-social behaviour. The high proportion of violence-related incidents could reflect increased social interactions in town centres during freshers' week. Conversely, anti-social behaviour rates were 23% below the UK average, reflecting community efforts or the dispersal of transient populations during the month. Public order offences, however, were 67% above the UK average, linked to heightened activity in public spaces during the transition from summer to autumn. These figures illustrate how local dynamics interact with broader national trends, offering a nuanced picture of safety in Pontypridd.

September 2025 saw a 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from one incident to three, a spike that could signal heightened vulnerability in crowded areas or during late-night events. Robbery rates also surged by 150%, jumping from two to five incidents, though this remains an isolated uptick in an otherwise stable category. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 42.9%, dropping from 14 to eight incidents, possibly reflecting reduced summer traffic or increased vehicle security measures. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 36.7%, from 49 to 31 incidents, a decline that may align with the seasonal shift away from summer festivals and into quieter autumnal routines. Violence and sexual offences remained 9% above the UK average, despite the overall rate matching national figures—a discrepancy that could highlight local challenges in addressing interpersonal crime. Meanwhile, public order offences were 67% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 23% deficit in anti-social behaviour, suggesting divergent pressures on different aspects of community safety. These contrasting trends underscore the complexity of managing crime in a town balancing urban and semi-rural characteristics.

Pontypridd's crime rate in September 2025 (7.4 per 1,000) represents a 7.6% decrease from August's rate of 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable improvement in safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately nine crimes per day, a figure that contextualises risk in practical terms for residents and visitors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 136 residents, a rate that, while aligned with the UK average, offers a tangible sense of exposure for the local population. This monthly aggregate highlights how crime is distributed across the community, with no single resident facing an overwhelming risk. The decline from August may be attributed to the transition into autumn, when outdoor activities wane and social gatherings shift indoors. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences at 9% above the UK average suggests ongoing challenges in specific areas of the town. These figures, when viewed alongside the population context, illustrate that while overall crime is stable, targeted interventions may be necessary to address disparities in particular crime categories.