Crime in Aberaman: statistics, rates and trends
881 crimes were recorded in Aberaman in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Aberaman at a glance
- Crime trends in Aberaman
- Types of crime in Aberaman
- Aberaman compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aberaman
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aberaman
- Population and deprivation in Aberaman
- Questions about crime in Aberaman
- About this data
881 crimes were recorded in Aberaman in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.5 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 7% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 432 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aberaman has the 1,682nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aberaman | Rhondda Cynon Taf | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 881 | 20,613 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 84.5 | 84.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -7% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 10,430 | 242,844 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aberaman was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,156 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (881). Over the whole period it fell 15%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 881 | 84.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 944 | 90.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 992 | 95.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,035 | 99.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,042 | 99.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,156 | 110.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,084 | 103.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,028 | 98.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,041 | 99.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 93 |
| June 2026 | 77 |
| May 2026 | 77 |
| April 2026 | 66 |
| March 2026 | 75 |
| February 2026 | 66 |
| January 2026 | 87 |
| December 2025 | 77 |
| November 2025 | 70 |
| October 2025 | 60 |
| September 2025 | 57 |
| August 2025 | 76 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aberaman over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for public order.
The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-74%) and vehicle crime (-35%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 432 | 41.4 | 1.21 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 111 | 10.6 | 0.69 | -34% |
| Public order | 106 | 10.2 | 1.53 | -10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 68 | 6.5 | 0.96 | -3% |
| Other theft | 35 | 3.4 | 0.52 | -15% |
| Burglary | 27 | 2.6 | 0.73 | -18% |
| Drugs | 26 | 2.5 | 0.76 | +37% |
| Vehicle crime | 26 | 2.5 | 0.51 | -35% |
| Other crime | 21 | 2.0 | 0.95 | -25% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 1.1 | 1.09 | +57% |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.7 | 0.08 | -74% |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 0.6 | 0.34 | +50% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.5 | 0.35 | +400% |
Violence and sexual offences in Aberaman
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aberaman recorded 432 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (41.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 49.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aberaman
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aberaman recorded 111 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 12.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aberaman
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aberaman recorded 106 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aberaman
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aberaman recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aberaman
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aberaman recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Aberaman
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aberaman recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aberaman
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aberaman recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aberaman
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aberaman recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aberaman
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aberaman recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aberaman
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aberaman recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 57% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aberaman
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aberaman recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 74% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Aberaman
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Aberaman recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aberaman
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aberaman recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aberaman, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aberaman.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aberaman |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cwmbach | 532 | 102.1 | +21% |
| Aberdare East | 1,125 | 162.8 | +93% |
| Mountain Ash | 726 | 96.4 | +14% |
| Aberdare West and Llwydcoed | 667 | 68.0 | -19% |
| Ferndale and Maerdy | 599 | 82.3 | -3% |
| Penrhiw-ceibr | 532 | 90.6 | +7% |
| Pen-y-waun | 308 | 101.2 | +20% |
| Ystrad | 517 | 87.5 | +4% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aberaman over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 64 |
| On or near Bronallt Terrace | 47 |
| On or near Rhos Dyfed | 38 |
| On or near Richard Street | 29 |
| On or near Park Road | 25 |
| On or near Lower Street | 25 |
| On or near Ffrwd Street | 23 |
| On or near Cwmneol Street | 22 |
| On or near Clarence Terrace | 16 |
| On or near Glanrhyd Street | 16 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aberaman over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 351 | 39.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 151 | 17.1% |
| Under investigation | 135 | 15.3% |
| Not recorded | 111 | 12.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 49 | 5.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 36 | 4.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 16 | 1.8% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 1.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.5% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 3 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% |
Aberaman has an estimated population of 10,430. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aberaman sits in decile 3.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aberaman |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 64.5% |
| Social rented homes | 14.3% |
| Private rented homes | 21.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.0 |
Is Aberaman a safe place to live?
Aberaman recorded 84.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aberaman?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 432 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (111).
Is crime in Aberaman going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aberaman was down 7% on the year before: 881 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 944 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aberaman?
Aberaman is policed by South Wales. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aberaman. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.