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 March 2025 are around 1,903 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rhondda Cynon Taf crime rate of 8.01 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (804) incidents (2.94% increase)
  • Public order: (254) incidents (44.32% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (238) incidents (28.65% increase)
Rhondda Cynon Taf Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 15
  • Brecon Road with total crimes: 12
  • Police Station with total crimes: 12

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 (83 crimes), and the safest, Llanharry (9 crimes), is 74 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Similarly, the area of Pontypridd West (110 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Church Village West (19 crimes), with a difference of 91 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Aberdare East83
Ferndale and Maerdy80
Aberdare West and Llwydcoed77
Porth76
Brynna and Llanharan75

Safest Wards:

Hawthorn and Lower Rhydfelen14
Cwm Clydach14
Pontyclun Central13
Pontyclun West9
Llanharry9

Most Dangerous Areas:

Pontypridd West110
Trefforest90
Ystrad & Llwynypia89
Hirwaun & Rhigos88
Porth East & Ynys-hir85

Safest Areas:

Pentre35
Abercynon34
Tonypandy West & Clydach Vale34
Treherbert32
Church Village West19

Rhondda Cynon Taf Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (768 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (230 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 657 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 160 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (671 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (235 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (721 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (257 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (680 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (222 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (773 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (335 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 840 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 296 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1488 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (628 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 1397 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 139.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 282 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025145
February 202596
January 2025138
December 2024111
November 2024132
October 2024182
September 202489
August 202484
July 2024138
June 2024282

A total of 37 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20245
June 20248

A total of 1001 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 100.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 204 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202593
February 202574
January 2025112
December 202476
November 2024102
October 202485
September 202495
August 202491
July 202469
June 2024204

A total of 8183 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 818.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1488 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025804
February 2025781
January 2025768
December 2024657
November 2024671
October 2024721
September 2024680
August 2024773
July 2024840
June 20241488

A total of 72 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20247
July 202410
June 202424

A total of 2786 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 278.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 628 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025238
February 2025185
January 2025230
December 2024160
November 2024235
October 2024257
September 2024222
August 2024335
July 2024296
June 2024628

A total of 29 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
June 202410

A total of 499 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 49.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 106 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202547
February 202557
January 202546
December 202438
November 202436
October 202441
September 202441
August 202437
July 202450
June 2024106

A total of 2331 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 233.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 530 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025254
February 2025176
January 2025171
December 2024150
November 2024173
October 2024204
September 2024173
August 2024235
July 2024265
June 2024530

A total of 148 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202518
January 202511
December 202417
November 202415
October 202414
September 20249
August 20249
July 202418
June 202424

A total of 955 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 95.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 194 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202588
February 202590
January 202580
December 202495
November 202477
October 202473
September 202479
August 202495
July 202484
June 2024194

A total of 570 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 57.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 100 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202576
February 202570
January 202562
December 202451
November 202436
October 202448
September 202437
August 202449
July 202441
June 2024100

A total of 553 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 55.30 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 123 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202577
February 2025123
January 202550
December 202429
November 202445
October 202438
September 202431
August 202436
July 202428
June 202496

A total of 601 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 60.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 108 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202539
January 202548
December 202462
November 202466
October 202458
September 202445
August 202434
July 202487
June 2024108

High Crime Locations Rhondda Cynon Taf in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order6
Theft from the person1
Other crime1
2. Brecon Road (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences9
Other crime3
3. Police Station (Map)
Total12
Drugs4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour3
Possession of weapons1
Other crime1
4. Bryngolau (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences5
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Burglary1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Shoplifting3
Public order3
6. Taff Vale Street (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences8
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour2

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