Is Bryn and Cwmavon Safe?
Crime statistics for Bryn and Cwmavon. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 237 total crimes recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bryn and Cwmavon — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bryn and Cwmavon safe?
Bryn and Cwmavon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 237 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 33.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Bryn and Cwmavon is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months?
237 crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 33.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (355 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 104 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bryn and Cwmavon?
The most common crime in Bryn and Cwmavon is Violent Crime, with 104 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.9% 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 Bryn and Cwmavon increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bryn and Cwmavon is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 33.2% — from 355 crimes in the previous 12 months to 237 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bryn and Cwmavon?
Bryn and Cwmavon has a safety score of 67 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Bryn and Cwmavon compare to the South Wales Police average?
Bryn and Cwmavon has a safety score of 67/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 35/100. Bryn and Cwmavon 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 Bryn and Cwmavon?
0% of crimes recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon 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 Bryn and Cwmavon?
104 violent crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months — representing 43.9% 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 Bryn and Cwmavon last updated?
The crime data for Bryn and Cwmavon was last updated in May 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 Bryn and Cwmavon with other areas?
You can compare Bryn and Cwmavon 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.