The total recorded crimes in Llantarnam, Torfaen, UK in February 2026 are around 1 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Llantarnam crime rate of 0.13 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 Llantarnam, encompassing approximately 7,935 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Llantarnam, we need to analyze Llantarnam crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Torfaen:
In 2024, Llantarnam reported a higher crime volume than the Torfaen average, with 1,956 crimes compared to 705. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Llantarnam witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Torfaen.
In 2023, Llantarnam experienced a greater number of crimes than the Torfaen average, with 1,610 crimes compared to 575. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Llantarnam witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Torfaen.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Torfaen, Llantarnam has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total Llantarnam crimes were 1,956. The crime rate of Llantarnam in 2024 was 246.48 (year) or 20.54 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Torfaen.
In 2023, the total crimes in Llantarnam were around 1,610 crimes with yearly crime rate of 202.88 (year) or 16.91 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Torfaen.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Llantarnam) | Crimes | Rank (Llantarnam) | Crimes | Rank (Llantarnam) | |
| Pontypool Fawr | NA | NA | 1,530 | 2 | 1,047 | 2 |
| Upper Cwmbran | NA | NA | 822 | 6 | 769 | 3 |
| Blaenavon | NA | NA | 938 | 3 | 760 | 4 |
| Abersychan | NA | NA | 920 | 4 | 705 | 6 |
| Pontnewydd | NA | NA | 914 | 5 | 758 | 5 |
| St. Dials | NA | NA | 806 | 7 | 699 | 7 |
| Panteg | NA | NA | 728 | 9 | 596 | 8 |
| Trevethin and Penygarn | NA | NA | 730 | 8 | 478 | 10 |
| Two Locks | NA | NA | 506 | 10 | 488 | 9 |
| Fairwater | NA | NA | 444 | 11 | 435 | 11 |
| Llanyrafon | NA | NA | 431 | 12 | 395 | 12 |
| Croesyceiliog | NA | NA | 424 | 13 | 364 | 13 |
| New Inn | NA | NA | 391 | 16 | 352 | 14 |
| Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood | NA | NA | 413 | 14 | 349 | 15 |
| Greenmeadow | NA | NA | 392 | 15 | 282 | 16 |
| Coed Eva | NA | NA | 196 | 17 | 145 | 17 |
| Llanfrechfa and Ponthir | NA | NA | 144 | 18 | 117 | 18 |
In February 2026, Shoplifting recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
In September 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (42 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 59 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 41 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (39 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (36 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (49 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (34 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 201 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 28.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 49 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
| July 2025 | 28 |
| June 2025 | 22 |
| May 2025 | 30 |
| April 2025 | 29 |
| March 2025 | 49 |
A total of 268 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 38.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 59 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
| July 2025 | 59 |
| June 2025 | 50 |
| May 2025 | 39 |
| April 2025 | 38 |
| March 2025 | 34 |
A total of 213 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 35.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 41 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 33 |
| July 2025 | 41 |
| June 2025 | 39 |
| May 2025 | 30 |
| April 2025 | 36 |
| March 2025 | 34 |
A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 11 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 13 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 9 |
| March 2025 | 14 |
A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 6 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 98 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 16.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 19 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 17 |
| July 2025 | 14 |
| June 2025 | 19 |
| May 2025 | 15 |
| April 2025 | 15 |
| March 2025 | 18 |
A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 5 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 6 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 5 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 4 |
| July 2025 | 21 |
| June 2025 | 12 |
| May 2025 | 10 |
| April 2025 | 8 |
| March 2025 | 6 |
A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Llantarnam postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 1 |
| Shoplifting | 1 |