Crime Rate in Ynysddu: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ynysddu

The total recorded crimes in Ynysddu, Caerphilly, UK in July 2025 are around 46 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ynysddu crime rate of 84.89 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 Ynysddu, encompassing approximately 541 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Ynysddu Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 7
  • Newport Road with total crimes: 3
  • Nine Mile Point Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ynysddu?

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

  • Relative to Caerphilly:

    • In 2024, Ynysddu demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 402 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Ynysddu recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.

    • In 2023, Ynysddu had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 332 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Ynysddu recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Ynysddu has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ynysddu Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ynysddu has recorded 46 crimes with crime rate of 84.89 ranking 20th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK

In 2024, the total Ynysddu crimes were 402. The crime rate of Ynysddu in 2024 was 741.83 (year) or 61.82 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ynysddu were around 332 crimes with yearly crime rate of 612.66 (year) or 51.05 (month) ranking 26 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ynysddu)CrimesRank (Ynysddu)CrimesRank (Ynysddu)
Aberbargoed and Bargoed148 11,362 21,358 1
Blackwood109 21,417 11,169 2
Penyrheol86 51,103 4949 3
Crumlin91 31,174 3803 6
St Cattwg72 10898 8871 4
St Martins87 41,008 5730 8
Morgan Jones82 61,003 6847 5
Cefn Fforest and Pengam70 11937 7763 7
Newbridge80 7693 15523 20
Aber Valley74 8688 16515 21
Risca West65 14780 10697 9
Van61 17791 9575 18
Twyn Carno73 9675 18679 10
New Tredegar41 22657 20670 11
Maesycwmmer33 23771 11630 13
Pontllanfraith63 16697 14631 12
Ystrad Mynach63 15761 12627 14
Hengoed67 12687 17626 15
Risca East66 13718 13557 19
Moriah and Pontlottyn60 18658 19597 16
Bedwas and Trethomas55 19643 21579 17
Machen and Rudry43 21431 24410 24
Abercarn32 25564 22473 22
Llanbradach33 24462 23413 23
Crosskeys20 29347 27342 25
Nelson23 27394 26296 28
Penmaen25 26313 28303 27
Argoed22 28264 29211 29
Gilfach10 31157 31190 30
Darran Valley13 30213 30167 31

Ynysddu Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (19 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 132 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202519
May 20259
April 202520
March 202524
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 202412
August 202414

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
April 20252
March 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20249

A total of 120 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20258
May 202510
April 20254
March 202512
January 202511
December 202413
November 20249
October 202410
September 20248
August 202419

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20242

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20257
April 20253
March 20257
January 20259
December 202411
November 20241
October 20241
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Ynysddu in July 2025

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

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Newport Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Nine Mile Point Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. John Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Troed-Y-Rhiw Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Llanarth Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Duffryn Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Newport Road (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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