Crime Rate in Gilfach: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gilfach

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 Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Drugs: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Gilfach Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lewis Crescent with total crimes: 2

How safe is Gilfach?

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.

Gilfach Crime Statstics

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.

AreaJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Gilfach)CrimesRank (Gilfach)CrimesRank (Gilfach)
Aberbargoed and Bargoed2 21,362 21,358 1
BlackwoodNA NA1,417 11,169 2
Aber Valley3 1688 16515 21
Penyrheol1 71,103 4949 3
CrumlinNA NA1,174 3803 6
St CattwgNA NA898 8871 4
Nelson1 4394 26296 28
Morgan JonesNA NA1,003 6847 5
St MartinsNA NA1,008 5730 8
Llanbradach1 5462 23413 23
Machen and Rudry1 6431 24410 24
Cefn Fforest and PengamNA NA937 7763 7
Pontllanfraith1 8697 14631 12
Risca WestNA NA780 10697 9
Van1 10791 9575 18
Twyn Carno1 9675 18679 10
New TredegarNA NA657 20670 11
MaesycwmmerNA NA771 11630 13
Ystrad MynachNA NA761 12627 14
Risca EastNA NA718 13557 19
HengoedNA NA687 17626 15
NewbridgeNA NA693 15523 20
Moriah and PontlottynNA NA658 19597 16
Bedwas and TrethomasNA NA643 21579 17
AbercarnNA NA564 22473 22
CrosskeysNA NA347 27342 25
YnysdduNA NA402 25332 26
PenmaenNA NA313 28303 27
ArgoedNA NA264 29211 29
Darran ValleyNA NA213 30167 31

Gilfach Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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 TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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.

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January 20261
June 20251

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.

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January 20261
June 20251
March 20253

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.

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August 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253

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.

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August 20254
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251

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.

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August 20251
April 20251

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.

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August 20251
June 20251

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.

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August 20258
July 20255
June 20255
May 20258
April 20254
March 20255

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.

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August 20251
July 20251
June 20252
April 20252

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.

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August 20253
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251

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.

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June 20251

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.

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May 20251
March 20251

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.

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April 20252

High Crime Locations Gilfach in January 2026

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

1. Lewis Crescent (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1

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