South Wales Police

Is Blaengwrach and Glynneath West Safe?

Crime statistics for Blaengwrach and Glynneath West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 237 crimes
58 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

237 Crimes (last 12 months)
6.7% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑13.9% vs Previous 12 Months

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 237 total crimes recorded in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West

Violent Crime
117 49.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
24 10.1%
Public Order
22 9.3%
Other Theft
21 8.9%
Criminal Damage & Arson
20 8.4%
Vehicle Crime
9 3.8%
Burglary
8 3.4%
Other Crime
5 2.1%
Shoplifting
4 1.7%
Drugs
4 1.7%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.8%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.4%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Blaengwrach and Glynneath West — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blaengwrach and Glynneath West safe?

Blaengwrach and Glynneath West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 237 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 13.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West in the last 12 months?

237 crimes were recorded in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 13.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (208 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 117 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West?

The most common crime in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West is Violent Crime, with 117 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 49.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 13.9% — from 208 crimes in the previous 12 months to 237 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Blaengwrach and Glynneath West?

Blaengwrach and Glynneath West has a safety score of 58 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Blaengwrach and Glynneath West compare to the South Wales Police average?

Blaengwrach and Glynneath West has a safety score of 58/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Blaengwrach and Glynneath West is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West?

6.7% of crimes recorded in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by South Wales Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West?

117 violent crimes were recorded in Blaengwrach and Glynneath West in the last 12 months — representing 49.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 24 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Blaengwrach and Glynneath West last updated?

The crime data for Blaengwrach and Glynneath West was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Blaengwrach and Glynneath West with other areas?

You can compare Blaengwrach and Glynneath West with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.