Crime Rate in Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman

The total recorded crimes in Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman, Neath Port Talbot, UK in May 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman crime rate of 19.43 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 Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman, encompassing approximately 1,132 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (11.11% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman Crime Hotspots

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

  • Quarry Place with total crimes: 4
  • Maes Gareth Edwards with total crimes: 3
  • Derwydd Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman?

To understand the safety of Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman, we need to analyze Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Neath Port Talbot:

    • In 2024, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 360 crimes compared to 375.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 33 other areas in the Neath Port Talbot.

    • In 2023, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman had fewer crimes than the Neath Port Talbot average, with 281 crimes compared to 336. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 33 other areas in the Neath Port Talbot.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Neath Port Talbot, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 19.43 ranking 19th out of 33 in the Neath Port Talbot, UK

In 2024, the total Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman crimes were 360. The crime rate of Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman in 2024 was 317.91 (year) or 26.49 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman were around 281 crimes with yearly crime rate of 248.15 (year) or 20.68 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Neath Port Talbot.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman)CrimesRank (Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman)CrimesRank (Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman)
Aberavon92 2979 21,043 1
Neath North79 41,079 1947 2
Margam and Tai-bach97 1863 3741 3
Sandfields East88 3747 7599 7
Neath East70 6842 5738 4
Sandfields West76 5858 4718 5
Port Talbot50 7809 6609 6
Pontardawe40 12460 8473 8
Neath South49 8412 10451 9
Dyffryn26 16448 9325 14
Baglan41 9359 15352 12
Crynant, Onllwyn and Seven Sisters40 11397 11399 10
Coedffranc Central41 10396 12357 11
Bryn and Cwmavon35 13391 13345 13
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera34 14248 19272 18
Gwynfi and Croeserw21 20321 16282 15
Briton Ferry East26 15253 18281 17
Resolven and Tonna25 17284 17268 19
Briton Ferry West22 18242 21218 21
Blaengwrach and Glynneath West17 23246 20248 20
Coedffranc West19 21190 23126 28
Coedffranc North19 22162 26190 22
Cimla and Pelenna16 24219 22167 24
Bryn-coch South14 25167 25174 23
Cymer and Glyncorrwg10 26175 24130 27
Allt-wen8 28133 29138 25
Aberdulais7 30161 27130 26
Godre'r Graig8 27134 28111 29
Rhos7 2998 3158 32
Glynneath Central and East4 33101 3097 30
Trebanos4 3477 3276 31
Bryn-coch North6 3167 3430 34
Cadoxton4 3268 3348 33

Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 184 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202512
March 202511
February 20257
January 202511
December 20246
November 202420
October 202411
September 202416
August 202423
July 202418
June 202430
May 202410

A total of 100 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20259
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20248
November 20245
October 20249
September 20249
August 20248
July 20244
June 202418
May 20249

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20253
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
January 20251

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
June 20244

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
September 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen and Lower Brynamman postcode area is presented below.

1. Quarry Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
2. Maes Gareth Edwards (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Derwydd Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Gors Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. New Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Clwyd Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Llwyn-Nant (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lon Brynneuadd (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Stryd Cannon (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Maes-Y-Glyn (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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