Crime Rate in Llwchwr: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Llwchwr

The total recorded crimes in Llwchwr, Swansea, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Llwchwr crime rate of 3.61 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 Llwchwr, encompassing approximately 10,540 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Llwchwr Crime Hotspots

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

  • Heol-Y-Wern with total crimes: 3
  • Libanus Road with total crimes: 2
  • Glebe Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Llwchwr?

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

  • Relative to Swansea:

    • In 2024, Llwchwr demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swansea average, with 417 crimes compared to 810.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Llwchwr recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, Llwchwr had fewer crimes than the Swansea average, with 443 crimes compared to 742. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Llwchwr recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Llwchwr Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Llwchwr has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 3.61 ranking 18th out of 31 in the Swansea, UK

In 2024, the total Llwchwr crimes were 417. The crime rate of Llwchwr in 2024 was 39.56 (year) or 3.30 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Swansea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Llwchwr were around 443 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.03 (year) or 3.50 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Swansea.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Swansea)CrimesRank (Swansea)CrimesRank (Swansea)
Castle457 15,872 15,556 1
Morriston188 21,864 21,826 2
Penderry134 31,732 31,538 3
Uplands105 61,199 61,213 4
Waterfront100 71,330 4882 8
Cockett122 41,157 7965 7
Mynydd-bach111 5994 81,185 5
Llansamlet97 81,270 51,163 6
Townhill88 10915 10857 9
Clydach91 9987 9738 13
Sketty64 13914 11819 10
Gorseinon and Penyrheol73 12896 12788 11
Landore83 11771 14672 14
Bôn-y-maen45 14815 13761 12
St Thomas44 15771 15632 15
Cwmbwrla43 16652 16595 16
West Cross40 17591 17468 17
Pontarddulais23 20533 18465 18
Pontlliew and Tircoed34 19289 22264 24
Gowerton21 21365 20389 20
Mumbles19 22354 21317 21
Waunarlwydd12 25244 23275 22
Dunvant and Killay15 24222 24266 23
Penllergaer16 23172 25153 25
Gower7 30141 26125 26
Pen-clawdd11 26116 2786 27
Fairwood11 2783 2970 28
Bishopston8 2986 2865 29
Pennard9 2856 3150 32
Llangyfelach7 3160 3060 30
Mayals3 3251 3255 31

Llwchwr Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20256
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 202418
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 165 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20259
January 202514
December 202411
November 202413
October 20249
September 202411
August 202411
July 202417
June 202428
May 202416
April 202412

A total of 46 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
October 20241
May 20242

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20246
August 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 42 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
August 20241
July 20247
June 20246
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
July 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
October 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Llwchwr in March 2025

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

1. Heol-Y-Wern (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Libanus Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Glebe Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Charles Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Banfield Terrace (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
6. St David'S Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
7. Westland Close (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Golwyg Y Foryd (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Maes Glas (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Clos Melin Mynach (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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