Crime Rate in Rhondda Cynon Taf: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rhondda Cynon Taf

The total recorded crimes in Rhondda Cynon Taf, UK in January 2026 are around 1,623 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rhondda Cynon Taf crime rate of 6.83 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf, encompassing approximately 237,653 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (743) incidents (0.13% increase)
  • Public order: (165) incidents (-1.20% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (151) incidents (2.72% increase)
Rhondda Cynon Taf Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 13
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 12
  • Police Station with total crimes: 11

Rhondda Cynon Taf Police Info:

South Wales Police

Rhondda Cynon Taf Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Aberdare East (99 crimes), and the safest, Pontyclun East (5 crimes), is 94 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Similarly, the area of Pontypridd West (109 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Church Village West (9 crimes), with a difference of 100 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Aberdare East99
Aberaman87
Brynna and Llanharan80
Llantrisant and Talbot Green68
Mountain Ash61

Safest Wards:

Gilfach-goch9
Llantwit Fardre6
Ton-teg6
Pontyclun West6
Pontyclun East5

Most Dangerous Areas:

Pontypridd West109
Trefforest96
Aberaman87
Aberdare West86
Ystrad & Llwynypia80

Safest Areas:

Glyn-coch & Ynys-y-bwl35
Pont-y-clun & Llanharry31
Pentre30
Church Village East & Ton-teg18
Church Village West9

Rhondda Cynon Taf Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (743 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (165 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 742 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 167 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (793 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (184 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (846 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (218 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (675 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (183 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (806 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (285 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 911 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 316 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (841 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (267 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (841 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (300 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (725 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (293 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (804 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (254 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 781 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 185 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 537 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 44.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 57 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202641
December 202538
November 202532
October 202552
September 202537
August 202547
July 202547
June 202549
May 202534
April 202556
March 202547
February 202557

A total of 9508 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 792.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 911 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026743
December 2025742
November 2025793
October 2025846
September 2025675
August 2025806
July 2025911
June 2025841
May 2025841
April 2025725
March 2025804
February 2025781

A total of 81 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20258
November 20252
October 20257
September 202516
August 20257
July 202510
June 20257
May 20255
April 20256
March 20258
February 20253

A total of 1013 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 84.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 99 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202690
December 202582
November 202563
October 202593
September 202577
August 202574
July 202597
June 202576
May 202595
April 202599
March 202593
February 202574

A total of 90 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20269
December 20258
November 202511
October 20255
September 202510
August 202511
July 20256
June 20253
May 202510
April 20258
March 20254
February 20255

A total of 2562 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 213.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 262 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026165
December 2025167
November 2025184
October 2025218
September 2025181
August 2025250
July 2025259
June 2025226
May 2025262
April 2025220
March 2025254
February 2025176

A total of 1003 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 83.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 97 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202688
December 202577
November 202566
October 202572
September 202577
August 202584
July 202589
June 202597
May 202584
April 202591
March 202588
February 202590

A total of 656 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 54.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 123 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202641
December 202540
November 202543
October 202543
September 202540
August 202546
July 202543
June 202559
May 202539
April 202562
March 202577
February 2025123

A total of 190 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.83 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202617
December 202522
November 202516
October 202511
September 202519
August 202511
July 202513
June 202517
May 202519
April 202514
March 202513
February 202518

A total of 652 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 54.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202660
December 202529
November 202559
October 202553
September 202543
August 202537
July 202561
June 202558
May 202546
April 202560
March 202576
February 202570

A total of 1596 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 133.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 173 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026136
December 2025132
November 2025127
October 2025108
September 2025138
August 2025173
July 2025140
June 2025141
May 2025143
April 2025117
March 2025145
February 202596

A total of 37 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20252
October 20252
September 20252
August 20254
July 20255
June 20254
May 20254
April 20258
March 20252
February 20252

A total of 2757 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 229.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 316 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026151
December 2025147
November 2025184
October 2025208
September 2025183
August 2025285
July 2025316
June 2025267
May 2025300
April 2025293
March 2025238
February 2025185

A total of 786 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 65.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 87 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202679
December 202557
November 202577
October 202574
September 202542
August 202570
July 202578
June 202587
May 202572
April 202557
March 202554
February 202539

High Crime Locations Rhondda Cynon Taf in January 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Rhondda Cynon Taf postcode area is presented below.

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences11
Robbery1
Possession of weapons1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting8
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Police Station (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting1
Robbery1
Drugs1
4. Fernhill (Map)
Total11
Criminal damage and arson4
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Other crime1
Drugs1
5. Church Street (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting8
Possession of weapons1
Drugs1
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3

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