WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: South Wales Police Police

Crime in Aberdare East, Rhondda Cynon Taf

Comprehensive safety analysis for Aberdare East, localized within Rhondda Cynon Taf.

Total Crimes

78
trending_up +11.4% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

133.94per 1k
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Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

6,866

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences33
Public Order12
Anti-social Behaviour9
Shoplifting8
Criminal Damage & Arson5
Vehicle Crime4
Burglary3
Other Theft2
Drug Offences2

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 7Drugs: 1Vehicle crime: 1
9
On or near Commercial Street Map
Shoplifting: 4Burglary: 1Public order: 1
8
On or near Church Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Public order: 2Burglary: 1
6
On or near Parking Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Canon Street Map
Shoplifting: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Shopping Area Map
Public order: 2Shoplifting: 1
3
On or near Parking Area Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2
On or near Dean Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Cross Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near College Street Map
Drugs: 1
1

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Rhondda Cynon Taf district.

Local Rank

#46safest in Rhondda Cynon Taf

National Safety

Top 6%Riskiest

City Average

78.24per 1k

Local Policing

Plymouth (Merthyr)

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Local Priorities

ASB / Drug Dealing - Bridge Street, Troedyrhiw

Issued: 8 Mar 2026

Status Update

Action taken is updated every three months.

Actioned: 8 Mar 2026

Drug Dealing - Car Park behind Yew Street

Issued: 8 Dec 2025

Status Update

We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence.

Actioned: 8 Mar 2026

Drug Dealing and Use - Troedyrhiw

Issued: 10 Sep 2025

Status Update

We have patrolled hotspots for drug-related activity and gathered intelligence.

Actioned: 8 Dec 2025

Anti-Social Behaviour - Cardiff Road, Troedyrhiw

Issued: 10 Sep 2025

Status Update

We have carried out high-visibility patrols in identified areas.

Actioned: 8 Dec 2025

Off-Road bikes - Taff Trail between Troedyrhiw and Abercanaid

Issued: 10 Sep 2025

Status Update

We are reviewing available video footage to identify the riders involved and progress appropriate action.

Actioned: 8 Dec 2025

Engagement Events

JUL23

Cuppa with a Copper - with Gerald Jones MP

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12:00 PM — 1:00 PM

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Cwm Golau Integrated Children's Centre, Merthyr Tydfil

SEP3

Plymouth Ward PACT Meeting

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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The Willows Centre Troedyrhiw, Bridge Street Merthyr Tydfil

OCT1

Plymouth Ward PACT Meeting

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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The Willows Centre Troedyrhiw, Bridge Street Merthyr Tydfil

NOV26

Plymouth Ward PACT Meeting

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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The Willows Centre Troedyrhiw, Bridge Street Merthyr Tydfil

JAN21

Plymouth Ward PACT Meeting

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6:00 PM — 7:00 PM

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The Willows Centre Troedyrhiw, Bridge Street Merthyr Tydfil

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