Crime Rate in Ystrad Mynach: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ystrad Mynach

The total recorded crimes in Ystrad Mynach, Caerphilly, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ystrad Mynach crime rate of 9.21 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 Ystrad Mynach, encompassing approximately 5,863 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-32.26% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
Ystrad Mynach Crime Hotspots

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

  • Police Station with total crimes: 21
  • Ynys Glyd Street with total crimes: 6
  • Heron Drive with total crimes: 4

How safe is Ystrad Mynach?

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

  • Relative to Caerphilly:

    • In 2024, Ystrad Mynach reported a higher crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 761 crimes compared to 699. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ystrad Mynach witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 30 other cities.

    • In 2023, Ystrad Mynach experienced a greater number of crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 627 crimes compared to 598. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ystrad Mynach witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 30 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Ystrad Mynach has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Ystrad Mynach Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Ystrad Mynach has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 9.21 ranking 18th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK

In 2024, the total Ystrad Mynach crimes were 761. The crime rate of Ystrad Mynach in 2024 was 129.78 (year) or 10.82 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ystrad Mynach were around 627 crimes with yearly crime rate of 106.93 (year) or 8.91 (month) ranking 14 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
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 Valley13 31213 30167 31

Ystrad Mynach Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
January 20256
December 20246
November 202410
October 20245
September 202411
August 20247
July 202416
June 202430
May 202413
April 20247

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20243
August 20243
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 264 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 24.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
January 202531
December 202425
November 202418
October 202420
September 202419
August 202418
July 202419
June 202450
May 202417
April 202426

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20259
December 20247
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 54 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20244
July 202413
June 20248
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
January 20255
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246
July 202413
June 202418
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20245
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
May 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 Ystrad Mynach in March 2025

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

1. Police Station (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences8
Drugs5
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Ynys Glyd Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Heron Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
4. Edward Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Central Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
6. Buttercup Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Winding Wheel Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Avenue Close (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Commercial Street (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bedwlwyn Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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