Crime Rate in Darran Valley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Darran Valley

The total recorded crimes in Darran Valley, Caerphilly, UK in March 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Darran Valley crime rate of 50.86 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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Darran Valley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cae Glas Newydd with total crimes: 3
  • Cefn Road with total crimes: 2
  • Hillside with total crimes: 2

How safe is Darran Valley?

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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.

Darran Valley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Darran Valley has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 50.86 ranking 31th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Caerphilly)CrimesRank (Caerphilly)CrimesRank (Caerphilly)
Aberbargoed and Bargoed116 11,362 21,358 1
Blackwood95 31,417 11,169 2
Penyrheol103 21,103 4949 3
Crumlin72 101,174 3803 6
St Cattwg68 11898 8871 4
St Martins86 41,008 5730 8
Morgan Jones56 171,003 6847 5
Risca West79 5780 10697 9
Hengoed78 6687 17626 15
Cefn Fforest and Pengam78 7937 7763 7
Twyn Carno75 8675 18679 10
Van64 13791 9575 18
Bedwas and Trethomas75 9643 21579 17
New Tredegar45 21657 20670 11
Maesycwmmer30 28771 11630 13
Pontllanfraith59 16697 14631 12
Ystrad Mynach54 18761 12627 14
Aber Valley64 12688 16515 21
Risca East64 14718 13557 19
Newbridge39 23693 15523 20
Moriah and Pontlottyn62 15658 19597 16
Ynysddu51 19402 25332 26
Abercarn51 20564 22473 22
Penmaen40 22313 28303 27
Llanbradach39 24462 23413 23
Machen and Rudry38 25431 24410 24
Crosskeys30 27347 27342 25
Nelson35 26394 26296 28
Argoed27 29264 29211 29
Gilfach14 30157 31190 30

Darran Valley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Robbery showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
November 20246
October 20242
July 20241
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20243
November 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20248

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
May 20241

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
May 20242
April 20246

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Darran Valley in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Darran Valley postcode area is presented below.

1. Cae Glas Newydd (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Cefn Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Hillside (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Heol-Y-Bryn (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
5. Glynmarch Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Glan-Y-Nant (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Coronation Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Bryn Nant (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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