South Wales Police

Is Briton Ferry East Safe?

Crime statistics for Briton Ferry East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 287 crimes
53 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

287 Crimes (last 12 months)
20.8% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑27.6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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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 — 287 total crimes recorded in Briton Ferry East

Violent Crime
130 45.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
45 15.7%
Public Order
32 11.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
20 7%
Shoplifting
19 6.6%
Other Theft
11 3.8%
Drugs
9 3.1%
Vehicle Crime
8 2.8%
Burglary
7 2.4%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.7%
Other Crime
2 0.7%
Robbery
1 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.3%
Theft from Person
0 0%

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. 287 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Briton Ferry East has an average crime level for the UK.

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. This is an increase of 27.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (225 crimes).

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. This accounts for 45.3% of all reported crimes in the area.

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% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

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 in Briton Ferry East resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

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 45 incidents.

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 data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month 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 using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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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.