Crime Rate in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West

The total recorded crimes in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West, Neath Port Talbot, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blaengwrach and Glynneath West crime rate of 121.48 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 Blaengwrach and Glynneath West, encompassing approximately 181 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Blaengwrach and Glynneath West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 2
  • Park Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Coed Y Pergwm with total crimes: 2

How safe is Blaengwrach and Glynneath West?

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

  • Relative to Neath Port Talbot:

    • In 2024, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 246 crimes compared to 375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 33 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West had fewer crimes than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 248 crimes compared to 336. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 33 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Neath Port Talbot, Blaengwrach and Glynneath West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blaengwrach and Glynneath West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blaengwrach and Glynneath West has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 121.48 ranking 24th out of 33 in the Neath Port Talbot, UK

In 2024, the total Blaengwrach and Glynneath West crimes were 246. The crime rate of Blaengwrach and Glynneath West in 2024 was 1358.37 (year) or 113.20 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West were around 248 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1369.41 (year) or 114.12 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Neath Port Talbot)CrimesRank (Neath Port Talbot)CrimesRank (Neath Port Talbot)
Aberavon88 1979 21,043 1
Neath North78 21,079 1947 2
Margam and Tai-bach55 7863 3741 3
Sandfields West60 3858 4718 5
Neath East59 4842 5738 4
Port Talbot57 5809 6609 6
Sandfields East55 6747 7599 7
Pontardawe33 12460 8473 8
Neath South46 8412 10451 9
Dyffryn31 16448 9325 14
Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters40 9397 11399 10
Gwynfi and Croeserw35 10321 16282 15
Coedffranc Central34 11396 12357 11
Baglan30 17359 15352 12
Bryn and Cwmavon25 20391 13345 13
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera31 13248 19272 18
Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman24 21360 14281 16
Coedffranc North31 14162 26190 22
Briton Ferry West31 15242 21218 21
Briton Ferry East24 22253 18281 17
Resolven and Tonna26 19284 17268 19
Coedffranc West30 18190 23126 28
Cimla and Pelenna20 25219 22167 24
Bryn-coch South10 28167 25174 23
Trebanos23 2377 3276 31
Cymer and Glyncorrwg16 26175 24130 27
Allt-wen11 27133 29138 25
Aberdulais8 29161 27130 26
Godre'r Graig8 31134 28111 29
Glynneath Central and East5 32101 3097 30
Rhos8 3098 3158 32
Cadoxton1 3468 3348 33
Bryn-coch North3 3367 3430 34

Blaengwrach and Glynneath West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Public order 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 (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
April 20243

A total of 105 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20259
December 20244
November 20247
October 202410
September 20248
August 20249
July 202410
June 202412
May 202411
April 202410

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245
July 20243
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Blaengwrach and Glynneath West in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Blaengwrach and Glynneath West postcode area is presented below.

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Park Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Coed Y Pergwm (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Chain Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Manor Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Lettie Hayward Service (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Glyn Neath Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Lancaster Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Golwg-Y-Coed (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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