Is Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera Safe?
Crime statistics for Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 287 total crimes recorded in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera safe?
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 287 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 29.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera in the last 12 months?
287 crimes were recorded in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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 29.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (221 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 135 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera?
The most common crime in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera is Violent Crime, with 135 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 47% 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 29.9% — from 221 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera?
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera has a safety score of 52 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera compare to the South Wales Police average?
Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera has a safety score of 52/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera?
10% of crimes recorded in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera?
135 violent crimes were recorded in Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera in the last 12 months — representing 47% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 41 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera last updated?
The crime data for Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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 Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera with other areas?
You can compare Cwmllynfell and Ystalyfera 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.