Is Briton Ferry West Safe?
Crime statistics for Briton Ferry West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 261 total crimes recorded in Briton Ferry West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Briton Ferry West — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Briton Ferry West safe?
Briton Ferry West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 261 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 15.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Briton Ferry West are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry West in the last 12 months?
261 crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry 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 15.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (226 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 125 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Briton Ferry West?
The most common crime in Briton Ferry West is Violent Crime, with 125 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 47.9% 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 West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Briton Ferry West is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 15.5% — from 226 crimes in the previous 12 months to 261 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 West?
Briton Ferry 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 Briton Ferry West compare to the South Wales Police average?
Briton Ferry West has a safety score of 58/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Briton Ferry 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 Briton Ferry West?
25% of crimes recorded in Briton Ferry 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 Briton Ferry West?
125 violent crimes were recorded in Briton Ferry West in the last 12 months — representing 47.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 50 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 West last updated?
The crime data for Briton Ferry 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 Briton Ferry West with other areas?
You can compare Briton Ferry 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.