Crime Rate in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera

The total recorded crimes in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera, Neath Port Talbot, UK in March 2025 are around 31 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera crime rate of 15.80 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera, encompassing approximately 1,961 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (23.08% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera Crime Hotspots

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

  • Y Gilwern with total crimes: 4
  • Penywern with total crimes: 2
  • Glantwrch with total crimes: 2

How safe is Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera?

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

  • Relative to Neath Port Talbot:

    • In 2024, Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 248 crimes compared to 375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 33 other cities.

    • In 2023, Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera had fewer crimes than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 272 crimes compared to 336. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 33 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera has recorded 31 crimes with crime rate of 15.80 ranking 13th out of 33 in the Neath Port Talbot, UK

In 2024, the total Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera crimes were 248. The crime rate of Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera in 2024 was 126.43 (year) or 10.54 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera were around 272 crimes with yearly crime rate of 138.66 (year) or 11.56 (month) ranking 18 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
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
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

Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 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 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour 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 Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 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 Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 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 7 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 (14 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 132 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202513
January 20257
December 20245
November 20249
October 20246
September 20248
August 202412
July 20247
June 202414
May 202416
April 202419

A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20244
August 20247
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241
May 20243

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20243
July 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera in March 2025

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

1. Y Gilwern (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Penywern (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Glantwrch (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. The Gardens (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Bron Yr Allt (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Y Clos (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
8. Gwernant (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Gynol Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Gwilym Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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