Crime Rate in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower

The total recorded crimes in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower, Bridgend, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brackla East and Coychurch Lower crime rate of 5.17 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Brackla East and Coychurch Lower, encompassing approximately 7,349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (26.67% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
Brackla East and Coychurch Lower Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Police Station with total crimes: 11
  • Western Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Glasfryn with total crimes: 7

How safe is Brackla East and Coychurch Lower?

To understand the safety of Brackla East and Coychurch Lower, we need to analyze Brackla East and Coychurch Lower crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bridgend:

    • In 2024, Brackla East and Coychurch Lower demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bridgend average, with 356 crimes compared to 473.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Brackla East and Coychurch Lower recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 27 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brackla East and Coychurch Lower had fewer crimes than the Bridgend average, with 299 crimes compared to 450. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Brackla East and Coychurch Lower recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 27 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bridgend, Brackla East and Coychurch Lower has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Brackla East and Coychurch Lower Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brackla East and Coychurch Lower has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 5.17 ranking 13th out of 27 in the Bridgend, UK

In 2024, the total Brackla East and Coychurch Lower crimes were 356. The crime rate of Brackla East and Coychurch Lower in 2024 was 48.44 (year) or 4.04 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Bridgend.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brackla East and Coychurch Lower were around 299 crimes with yearly crime rate of 40.68 (year) or 3.39 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Bridgend.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bridgend)CrimesRank (Bridgend)CrimesRank (Bridgend)
Bridgend Central151 11,891 11,953 1
St Bride's Minor and Ynysawdre83 2901 3905 2
Coity Higher78 31,016 2752 5
Caerau69 4771 5841 3
Oldcastle54 9670 9806 4
Cornelly64 5800 4676 6
Pyle, Kenfig Hill and Cefn Cribwr53 10745 6667 8
Porthcawl East Central60 6709 8674 7
Pencoed and Penprysg59 7730 7620 9
Maesteg East54 8509 12596 11
Garw Valley52 11647 10613 10
Maesteg West42 12524 11580 12
Bryntirion, Laleston and Merthyr Mawr36 14452 13380 13
Cefn-glas11 23323 16307 14
Newton30 15449 14306 15
Brackla West28 16265 17283 17
Brackla East Central26 17184 21144 22
Llangynwyd14 21186 20175 18
Aberkenfig20 18192 18160 20
Blackmill12 22173 22166 19
Ogmore Vale15 20187 19147 21
Porthcawl West Central16 19131 23119 25
Nant-y-moel9 24100 25128 23
Pen-y-fai8 25129 24124 24
Nottage6 2673 2767 26
Brackla West Central6 2776 2658 27
Rest Bay3 2849 2853 28

Brackla East and Coychurch Lower Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 153 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202515
January 202511
December 20249
November 202410
October 202411
September 20247
August 202413
July 20248
June 202426
May 202413
April 202411

A total of 38 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20248
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 51 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20246
July 20243
June 202412
April 20244

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 20246
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20248
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Brackla East and Coychurch Lower in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brackla East and Coychurch Lower postcode area is presented below.

1. Police Station (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs3
Public order3
Other crime1
2. Western Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs2
Public order2
3. Glasfryn (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
4. Moor Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. St James' Rise (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Ty Gwyn Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Foxhollows (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Heol-Y-Capel (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Heol Llangrallo (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. The Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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