The total recorded crimes in Darran Valley, Caerphilly, UK in November 2025 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Darran Valley crime rate of 3.91 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 Darran Valley, encompassing approximately 255 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Nov were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Darran Valley, we need to analyze Darran Valley crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Caerphilly:
In 2024, Darran Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 213 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Darran Valley recorded fewer crimes than 29 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, Darran Valley had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 167 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Darran Valley recorded fewer crimes than 30 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Darran Valley has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In November 2025 the Darran Valley has recorded 1 crimes with crime rate of 3.91 ranking 5th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK
In 2024, the total Darran Valley crimes were 213. The crime rate of Darran Valley in 2024 was 833.33 (year) or 69.44 (month) ranking it 30 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, the total crimes in Darran Valley were around 167 crimes with yearly crime rate of 653.36 (year) or 54.45 (month) ranking 31 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
| Area | November 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Darran Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Darran Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Darran Valley) | |
| Aberbargoed and Bargoed | 3 | 1 | 1,362 | 2 | 1,358 | 1 |
| Blackwood | NA | NA | 1,417 | 1 | 1,169 | 2 |
| Aber Valley | 2 | 2 | 688 | 16 | 515 | 21 |
| Penyrheol | NA | NA | 1,103 | 4 | 949 | 3 |
| Crumlin | NA | NA | 1,174 | 3 | 803 | 6 |
| Moriah and Pontlottyn | 2 | 3 | 658 | 19 | 597 | 16 |
| St Cattwg | NA | NA | 898 | 8 | 871 | 4 |
| Machen and Rudry | 1 | 4 | 431 | 24 | 410 | 24 |
| Morgan Jones | NA | NA | 1,003 | 6 | 847 | 5 |
| St Martins | NA | NA | 1,008 | 5 | 730 | 8 |
| Van | 1 | 6 | 791 | 9 | 575 | 18 |
| Cefn Fforest and Pengam | NA | NA | 937 | 7 | 763 | 7 |
| Risca West | NA | NA | 780 | 10 | 697 | 9 |
| Twyn Carno | NA | NA | 675 | 18 | 679 | 10 |
| New Tredegar | NA | NA | 657 | 20 | 670 | 11 |
| Maesycwmmer | NA | NA | 771 | 11 | 630 | 13 |
| Pontllanfraith | NA | NA | 697 | 14 | 631 | 12 |
| Ystrad Mynach | NA | NA | 761 | 12 | 627 | 14 |
| Risca East | NA | NA | 718 | 13 | 557 | 19 |
| Hengoed | NA | NA | 687 | 17 | 626 | 15 |
| Newbridge | NA | NA | 693 | 15 | 523 | 20 |
| Bedwas and Trethomas | NA | NA | 643 | 21 | 579 | 17 |
| Abercarn | NA | NA | 564 | 22 | 473 | 22 |
| Llanbradach | NA | NA | 462 | 23 | 413 | 23 |
| Crosskeys | NA | NA | 347 | 27 | 342 | 25 |
| Ynysddu | NA | NA | 402 | 25 | 332 | 26 |
| Nelson | NA | NA | 394 | 26 | 296 | 28 |
| Penmaen | NA | NA | 313 | 28 | 303 | 27 |
| Argoed | NA | NA | 264 | 29 | 211 | 29 |
| Gilfach | NA | NA | 157 | 31 | 190 | 30 |
In November 2025, Criminal damage and arson recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).
In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.29 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 5 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 9 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 31 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 5 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 10 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 8 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 4 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Darran Valley postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 1 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1 |