Crime Rate in Townhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Townhill

The total recorded crimes in Townhill, Swansea, UK in July 2025 are around 75 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Townhill crime rate of 3.07 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (39) incidents (-15.22% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (-47.37% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
Townhill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Elphin Road with total crimes: 5
  • Dewi Terrace with total crimes: 5
  • Pryderi Footpath with total crimes: 4

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 areas in the Swansea.

    • 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 areas in the Swansea.

  • 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 July 2025 the Townhill has recorded 75 crimes with crime rate of 3.07 ranking 8th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Townhill)CrimesRank (Townhill)CrimesRank (Townhill)
Castle414 15,872 15,556 1
Morriston126 21,864 21,826 2
Penderry113 41,732 31,538 3
Waterfront114 31,330 4882 8
Uplands84 61,199 61,213 4
Mynydd-bach73 11994 81,185 5
Llansamlet76 71,270 51,163 6
Clydach104 5987 9738 13
Cockett74 91,157 7965 7
Sketty74 10914 11819 10
Gorseinon and Penyrheol64 14896 12788 11
Bôn-y-maen67 13815 13761 12
Landore67 12771 14672 14
St Thomas45 17771 15632 15
Pontarddulais48 15533 18465 18
Cwmbwrla41 19652 16595 16
West Cross45 16591 17468 17
Pontlliew and Tircoed44 18289 22264 24
Llwchwr29 20417 19443 19
Gowerton17 23365 20389 20
Mumbles25 21354 21317 21
Waunarlwydd14 25244 23275 22
Gower24 22141 26125 26
Dunvant and Killay16 24222 24266 23
Penllergaer14 26172 25153 25
Pen-clawdd8 27116 2786 27
Fairwood5 3183 2970 28
Bishopston6 2886 2865 29
Pennard6 2956 3150 32
Llangyfelach5 3060 3060 30
Mayals3 3251 3255 31

Townhill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251

A total of 441 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 36.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202539
June 202546
May 202542
April 202543
March 202540
February 202537
January 202546
December 202421
November 202431
October 202441
September 202425
August 202430

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 98 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
May 202519
April 20255
March 20253
February 20256
January 202513
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249
September 20245
August 20249

A total of 33 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20257
March 20257
February 20258
January 20252
December 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 112 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202511
May 20259
April 202510
March 202513
February 20257
January 20256
December 202411
November 20248
October 202414
September 20243
August 202413

A total of 116 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202519
May 202517
April 20259
March 202512
February 202512
January 202511
December 20246
November 20244
October 20245
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20258
April 20253
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20245
November 20245
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
December 20241

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
January 20253
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 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
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Townhill in July 2025

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

1. Elphin Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
2. Dewi Terrace (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Pryderi Footpath (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Paradise View (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Other crime1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ceri Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Townhill Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Elwy Gardens (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
9. Cadfan Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Gwynfor Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1

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