Crime Rate in Pontarddulais: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pontarddulais

The total recorded crimes in Pontarddulais, Swansea, UK in May 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pontarddulais crime rate of 10.23 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 Pontarddulais, encompassing approximately 4,398 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (43.75% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
Pontarddulais Crime Hotspots

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

  • Church Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Pantiago Road with total crimes: 3
  • Glynteg Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Pontarddulais?

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

  • Relative to Swansea:

    • In 2024, Pontarddulais demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swansea average, with 533 crimes compared to 810.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pontarddulais recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 31 other areas in the Swansea.

    • In 2023, Pontarddulais had fewer crimes than the Swansea average, with 465 crimes compared to 742. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pontarddulais recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 31 other areas in the Swansea.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Pontarddulais Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Pontarddulais has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 10.23 ranking 16th out of 31 in the Swansea, UK

In 2024, the total Pontarddulais crimes were 533. The crime rate of Pontarddulais in 2024 was 121.17 (year) or 10.10 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Swansea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pontarddulais were around 465 crimes with yearly crime rate of 105.72 (year) or 8.81 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Swansea.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pontarddulais)CrimesRank (Pontarddulais)CrimesRank (Pontarddulais)
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
Llwchwr39 18417 19443 19
Gowerton22 23365 20389 20
Waunarlwydd29 20244 23275 22
Mumbles28 21354 21317 21
Pontlliew and Tircoed23 22289 22264 24
Dunvant and Killay12 26222 24266 23
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

Pontarddulais Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 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 (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 106 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20257
March 20256
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20247
August 20246
July 20248
June 202424
May 202421

A total of 67 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20255
March 20252
February 20255
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245
August 20246
July 20244
June 202414
May 20242

A total of 215 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202516
March 202512
February 202512
January 202518
December 202410
November 202422
October 202418
September 202417
August 202420
July 202411
June 202424
May 202412

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20244
August 20246
July 20241
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
November 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Pontarddulais in May 2025

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

1. Church Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
2. Pantiago Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
3. Glynteg Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. A48 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. Goppa Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Glanyrafon Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. James Street (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
8. St Brides Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Golwg Y Llanw (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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