Is Briton Ferry East Safe?
Crime statistics for Briton Ferry East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 287 total crimes recorded in Briton Ferry East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Briton Ferry East — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Briton Ferry East safe?
Briton Ferry East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 53/100, rated Average. A total of 287 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 27.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Briton Ferry East are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry East in the last 12 months?
287 crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry East 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 27.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (225 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 130 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Briton Ferry East?
The most common crime in Briton Ferry East is Violent Crime, with 130 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 45.3% 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 Briton Ferry East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Briton Ferry East is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 27.6% — from 225 crimes in the previous 12 months to 287 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 Briton Ferry East?
Briton Ferry East has a safety score of 53 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 Briton Ferry East compare to the South Wales Police average?
Briton Ferry East has a safety score of 53/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Briton Ferry East 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 Briton Ferry East?
20.8% of crimes recorded in Briton Ferry East 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 Briton Ferry East?
130 violent crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry East in the last 12 months — representing 45.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 45 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 Briton Ferry East last updated?
The crime data for Briton Ferry East 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 Briton Ferry East with other areas?
You can compare Briton Ferry East 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.