South Wales Police

Is Bryn and Cwmavon Safe?

Crime statistics for Bryn and Cwmavon. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,047 crimes
51 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

1,047 Crimes (last 36 months)
35.6% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑2.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

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

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 1,047 total crimes recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon

Violent Crime
474 45.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
171 16.3%
Public Order
134 12.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
82 7.8%
Other Theft
37 3.5%
Other Crime
37 3.5%
Vehicle Crime
37 3.5%
Burglary
25 2.4%
Shoplifting
21 2%
Drugs
15 1.4%
Theft from Person
5 0.5%
Possession of Weapons
5 0.5%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.3%
Robbery
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bryn and Cwmavon — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryn and Cwmavon safe?

Bryn and Cwmavon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. 350 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bryn and Cwmavon has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months?

350 crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 2.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (342 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Bryn and Cwmavon?

The most common crime in Bryn and Cwmavon is Violent Crime, with 474 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 135.4% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Bryn and Cwmavon increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bryn and Cwmavon is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.3% 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 Bryn and Cwmavon?

Bryn and Cwmavon has a safety score of 51 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 Bryn and Cwmavon compare to the South Wales Police average?

Bryn and Cwmavon has a safety score of 51/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. 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?

35.6% of crimes in Bryn and Cwmavon 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 Bryn and Cwmavon?

474 violent crimes were recorded in Bryn and Cwmavon in the last 12 months, representing 135.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 171 incidents.

When was the crime data for Bryn and Cwmavon last updated?

The crime data for Bryn and Cwmavon 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 Bryn and Cwmavon with other areas?

You can compare Bryn and Cwmavon 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.