The total recorded crimes in Gilfach, Caerphilly, UK in January 2026 are around 2 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gilfach crime rate of 1.23 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 Gilfach, encompassing approximately 1,626 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Gilfach, we need to analyze Gilfach crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Caerphilly:
In 2024, Gilfach demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 157 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Gilfach recorded fewer crimes than 30 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, Gilfach had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 190 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Gilfach recorded fewer crimes than 29 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Gilfach has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In January 2026 the Gilfach has recorded 2 crimes with crime rate of 1.23 ranking 3th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK
In 2024, the total Gilfach crimes were 157. The crime rate of Gilfach in 2024 was 96.56 (year) or 8.05 (month) ranking it 31 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, the total crimes in Gilfach were around 190 crimes with yearly crime rate of 116.85 (year) or 9.74 (month) ranking 30 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Gilfach) | Crimes | Rank (Gilfach) | Crimes | Rank (Gilfach) | |
| Aberbargoed and Bargoed | 2 | 2 | 1,362 | 2 | 1,358 | 1 |
| Blackwood | NA | NA | 1,417 | 1 | 1,169 | 2 |
| Aber Valley | 3 | 1 | 688 | 16 | 515 | 21 |
| Penyrheol | 1 | 7 | 1,103 | 4 | 949 | 3 |
| Crumlin | NA | NA | 1,174 | 3 | 803 | 6 |
| St Cattwg | NA | NA | 898 | 8 | 871 | 4 |
| Nelson | 1 | 4 | 394 | 26 | 296 | 28 |
| Morgan Jones | NA | NA | 1,003 | 6 | 847 | 5 |
| St Martins | NA | NA | 1,008 | 5 | 730 | 8 |
| Llanbradach | 1 | 5 | 462 | 23 | 413 | 23 |
| Machen and Rudry | 1 | 6 | 431 | 24 | 410 | 24 |
| Cefn Fforest and Pengam | NA | NA | 937 | 7 | 763 | 7 |
| Pontllanfraith | 1 | 8 | 697 | 14 | 631 | 12 |
| Risca West | NA | NA | 780 | 10 | 697 | 9 |
| Van | 1 | 10 | 791 | 9 | 575 | 18 |
| Twyn Carno | 1 | 9 | 675 | 18 | 679 | 10 |
| New Tredegar | NA | NA | 657 | 20 | 670 | 11 |
| Maesycwmmer | NA | NA | 771 | 11 | 630 | 13 |
| 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 |
| Moriah and Pontlottyn | NA | NA | 658 | 19 | 597 | 16 |
| Bedwas and Trethomas | NA | NA | 643 | 21 | 579 | 17 |
| Abercarn | NA | NA | 564 | 22 | 473 | 22 |
| Crosskeys | NA | NA | 347 | 27 | 342 | 25 |
| Ynysddu | NA | NA | 402 | 25 | 332 | 26 |
| Penmaen | NA | NA | 313 | 28 | 303 | 27 |
| Argoed | NA | NA | 264 | 29 | 211 | 29 |
| Darran Valley | NA | NA | 213 | 30 | 167 | 31 |
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (1 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Public order 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 Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 35 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 5 |
| June 2025 | 5 |
| May 2025 | 8 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 5 |
A total of 6 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 7 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gilfach postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 2 |
| Drugs | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |