Crime Rate in Townhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Townhill

The total recorded crimes in Townhill, Swansea, UK in March 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Townhill 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 Townhill, encompassing approximately 24,399 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (40) incidents (8.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Townhill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Elphin Road with total crimes: 5
  • Paradise View with total crimes: 5
  • Goronwy Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Townhill?

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

  • Relative to Swansea:

    • In 2024, Townhill reported a higher crime volume than the Swansea average, with 915 crimes compared to 810. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Townhill witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 31 other cities.

    • In 2023, Townhill experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swansea average, with 857 crimes compared to 742. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Townhill witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 31 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swansea, Townhill has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Townhill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Townhill has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 3.61 ranking 10th out of 31 in the Swansea, UK

In 2024, the total Townhill crimes were 915. The crime rate of Townhill in 2024 was 37.50 (year) or 3.13 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Swansea.

In 2023, the total crimes in Townhill were around 857 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.12 (year) or 2.93 (month) ranking 9 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
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
Llwchwr38 18417 19443 19
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

Townhill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (76 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 453 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202540
February 202537
January 202546
December 202421
November 202431
October 202441
September 202425
August 202430
July 202428
June 202476
May 202440
April 202438

A total of 127 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 20256
December 202411
November 20248
October 202414
September 20243
August 202413
July 20247
June 202422
May 202414
April 20249

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 20245
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 5 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
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 101 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 202513
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249
September 20245
August 20249
July 20249
June 202424
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
September 20241
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 131 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202512
January 202511
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20248
July 202414
June 202434
May 202411
April 202411

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Townhill in March 2025

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

1. Elphin Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Paradise View (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
3. Goronwy Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
5. Gwili Terrace (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
6. Pedrog Terrace (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Powys Gardens (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
8. Gwynfor Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
9. Gomer Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1
10. Ceri Road (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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