Crime Rate in Cimla and Pelenna: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cimla and Pelenna

The total recorded crimes in Cimla and Pelenna, Neath Port Talbot, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cimla and Pelenna crime rate of 6.51 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 Cimla and Pelenna, encompassing approximately 3,072 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-46.15% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cimla and Pelenna Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brynsiriol with total crimes: 4
  • The Hollins with total crimes: 2
  • Glan-Pelenna with total crimes: 1

How safe is Cimla and Pelenna?

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

  • Relative to Neath Port Talbot:

    • In 2024, Cimla and Pelenna demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 219 crimes compared to 375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cimla and Pelenna recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 33 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cimla and Pelenna had fewer crimes than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 167 crimes compared to 336. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cimla and Pelenna recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 33 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cimla and Pelenna Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cimla and Pelenna has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 6.51 ranking 25th out of 33 in the Neath Port Talbot, UK

In 2024, the total Cimla and Pelenna crimes were 219. The crime rate of Cimla and Pelenna in 2024 was 71.28 (year) or 5.94 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cimla and Pelenna were around 167 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.35 (year) or 4.53 (month) ranking 24 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
Blaengwrach and Glynneath West22 24246 20248 20
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

Cimla and Pelenna Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 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 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 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 (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 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 (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 107 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202513
January 20258
December 20245
November 20249
October 202411
September 20245
August 20242
July 202414
June 202416
May 20246
April 202411

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20242
September 20243
June 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20249

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Cimla and Pelenna in March 2025

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

1. Brynsiriol (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
2. The Hollins (Map)
Total2
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
3. Glan-Pelenna (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. Dan-Y-Coed (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Maes-Gwyn (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Ton-Mawr Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. B4287 (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Mackworth Drive (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
9. Willow Walk (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Min Y Coed (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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