Crime Rate in Dunvant and Killay: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dunvant and Killay

The total recorded crimes in Dunvant and Killay, Swansea, UK in May 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dunvant and Killay crime rate of 0.99 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 Dunvant and Killay, encompassing approximately 12,082 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Dunvant and Killay Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bryn Aeron with total crimes: 1
  • St Rhidian Drive with total crimes: 1
  • Goetre Fawr Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Dunvant and Killay?

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

  • Relative to Swansea:

    • In 2024, Dunvant and Killay demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swansea average, with 222 crimes compared to 810.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Dunvant and Killay recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 31 other areas in the Swansea.

    • In 2023, Dunvant and Killay had fewer crimes than the Swansea average, with 266 crimes compared to 742. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Dunvant and Killay recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 31 other areas in the Swansea.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swansea, Dunvant and Killay has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Dunvant and Killay Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Dunvant and Killay has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 0.99 ranking 26th out of 31 in the Swansea, UK

In 2024, the total Dunvant and Killay crimes were 222. The crime rate of Dunvant and Killay in 2024 was 18.37 (year) or 1.53 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Swansea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dunvant and Killay were around 266 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.02 (year) or 1.83 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Swansea.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Dunvant and Killay)CrimesRank (Dunvant and Killay)CrimesRank (Dunvant and Killay)
Castle498 15,872 15,556 1
Morriston166 21,864 21,826 2
Penderry117 31,732 31,538 3
Uplands83 101,199 61,213 4
Waterfront106 51,330 4882 8
Townhill111 4915 10857 9
Mynydd-bach93 9994 81,185 5
Llansamlet102 61,270 51,163 6
Cockett96 81,157 7965 7
Clydach101 7987 9738 13
Sketty59 13914 11819 10
Gorseinon and Penyrheol63 12896 12788 11
Bôn-y-maen72 11815 13761 12
Landore34 19771 14672 14
Cwmbwrla51 14652 16595 16
St Thomas45 17771 15632 15
West Cross47 15591 17468 17
Pontarddulais45 16533 18465 18
Llwchwr39 18417 19443 19
Gowerton22 23365 20389 20
Waunarlwydd29 20244 23275 22
Mumbles28 21354 21317 21
Pontlliew and Tircoed23 22289 22264 24
Penllergaer14 24172 25153 25
Gower13 25141 26125 26
Pen-clawdd11 27116 2786 27
Fairwood8 2883 2970 28
Bishopston6 3086 2865 29
Pennard8 2956 3150 32
Llangyfelach3 3260 3060 30
Mayals3 3151 3255 31

Dunvant and Killay Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 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 Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
August 20243
July 20243
May 20244

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
November 20243
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
November 20241
October 20247
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 90 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 202510
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 202411
October 20247
September 20245
August 20244
July 20247
June 20248
May 202410

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Dunvant and Killay in May 2025

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

1. Bryn Aeron (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
2. St Rhidian Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Goetre Fawr Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
5. Wimmerfield Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Heol Glasnant (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Conference/Exhibition Centre (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Ffordd Dryden (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Curry Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Eliot Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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