Crime Rate in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood

The total recorded crimes in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood, Torfaen, UK in July 2025 are around 46 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood crime rate of 18.24 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 Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood, encompassing approximately 2,521 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (69.23% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hill Street with total crimes: 9
  • St Luke'S Road with total crimes: 8
  • Snatchwood Court with total crimes: 6

How safe is Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood?

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

  • Relative to Torfaen:

    • In 2024, Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Torfaen average, with 413 crimes compared to 705.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 17 other areas in the Torfaen.

    • In 2023, Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood had fewer crimes than the Torfaen average, with 349 crimes compared to 575. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 17 other areas in the Torfaen.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Torfaen, Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood has recorded 46 crimes with crime rate of 18.24 ranking 9th out of 17 in the Torfaen, UK

In 2024, the total Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood crimes were 413. The crime rate of Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood in 2024 was 163.78 (year) or 13.65 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Torfaen.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood were around 349 crimes with yearly crime rate of 138.40 (year) or 11.53 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Torfaen.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood)CrimesRank (Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood)CrimesRank (Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood)
Llantarnam189 11,956 11,610 1
Pontypool Fawr105 21,530 21,047 2
Upper Cwmbran78 7822 6769 3
Blaenavon85 4938 3760 4
Trevethin and Penygarn96 3730 8478 10
Abersychan79 6920 4705 6
Pontnewydd79 5914 5758 5
St. Dials43 12806 7699 7
Panteg78 8728 9596 8
Two Locks43 13506 10488 9
Croesyceiliog44 10424 13364 13
Fairwater33 15444 11435 11
Llanyrafon43 11431 12395 12
New Inn34 14391 16352 14
Greenmeadow17 17392 15282 16
Llanfrechfa and Ponthir24 16144 18117 18
Coed Eva13 18196 17145 17

Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood 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 22 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 174 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.82 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202513
May 202513
April 202511
March 202513
January 202532
December 202413
November 202413
October 202412
September 202415
August 202417

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20256
April 20259
March 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20257
May 20255
April 20254
March 20251
January 20252
December 20247
November 20244
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20251
April 20258
March 20253
January 20254
December 202410
November 20242
October 20247
September 20246
August 20241

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20253
April 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20253
January 20252
October 20241

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
January 20253
December 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Pontnewynydd and Snatchwood in July 2025

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

1. Hill Street (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
2. St Luke'S Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Snatchwood Court (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Merchant'S Hill Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Mountain View Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Buller Street (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
7. B4246 (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Rhes-Yr-Afon (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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