Crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly: statistics, rates and trends
451 crimes were recorded in Llanbradach, Caerphilly in the 12 months to August 2026, 103.7 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 14% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly at a glance
- Crime trends in Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- Types of crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- Llanbradach, Caerphilly compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- What happened after crimes were reported in Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- Demographics of Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- Questions about crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (167), anti-social behaviour (69) and criminal damage and arson (59) made up 65% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 1,151st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the upper half.
| Measure | Llanbradach, Caerphilly | Caerphilly | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 451 | 18,886 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 103.7 | 106.8 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +14% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 4,348 | 176,865 | 58,127,638 |
The year to August 2026 had the most recorded crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly of any year here (451 crimes). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 32%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 451 | 103.7 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 396 | 91.1 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 419 | 96.4 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 416 | 95.7 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 320 | 73.6 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 390 | 89.7 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 435 | 100.0 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 310 | 71.3 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 341 | 78.4 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 49 |
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 46 |
| April 2026 | 40 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 26 |
| January 2026 | 37 |
| December 2025 | 32 |
| November 2025 | 36 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 24 |
Compared with England and Wales, Llanbradach, Caerphilly recorded notably more criminal damage and arson (2.0 times the national rate) and public order (69% above the national rate), and notably less other theft (22% below). On the year before, criminal damage and arson rose from 48 to 59 and anti-social behaviour rose from 60 to 69.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 167 | 38.4 | 34.2 | +4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 15.9 | 15.4 | +15% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 59 | 13.6 | 6.7 | +23% |
| Public order | 49 | 11.3 | 6.7 | -14% |
| Vehicle crime | 26 | 6.0 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Other theft | 22 | 5.1 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Drugs | 18 | 4.1 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Burglary | 14 | 3.2 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 3.2 | 1.0 | n/a |
| Other crime | 10 | 2.3 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.5 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 1.4 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
4 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Llanbradach, Caerphilly; the highest is Van (185.5 per 1,000) and the lowest Penyrheol (74.4).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Llanbradach, Caerphilly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Jones | 895 | 116.1 | +12% |
| Bedwas and Trethomas | 693 | 98.8 | -5% |
| Penyrheol | 939 | 74.4 | -28% |
| Aber Valley | 515 | 80.6 | -22% |
| Van | 761 | 185.5 | +79% |
| Ynysddu | 359 | 89.9 | -13% |
| Ystrad Mynach | 845 | 149.9 | +45% |
| St Martins | 1,061 | 135.6 | +31% |
The 10 locations below account for 53% of the crime recorded in Llanbradach, Caerphilly over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (37).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 37 |
| On or near Central Street | 35 |
| On or near Wingfield Crescent | 27 |
| On or near Oakfield Street | 25 |
| On or near Oak Terrace | 22 |
| On or near New Street | 21 |
| On or near Church Street | 19 |
| On or near High Street | 19 |
| On or near Bluebell View | 17 |
| On or near Cae Du Mawr | 17 |
Of the 382 crimes in Llanbradach, Caerphilly with a recorded outcome, 25% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 1.8% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 69 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 149 | 39.0% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 97 | 25.4% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 77 | 20.2% | 11.5% |
| Local resolution | 15 | 3.9% | 3.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 3.9% | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.8% | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 1.8% | 5.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.8% | 2.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 6 | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
Llanbradach, Caerphilly has an estimated population of 4,348 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer students (5.4%, against 7.9%), less private renting (15%, against 20%) and more residents with no qualifications (23%, against 18%). On the Wales WIMD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Llanbradach, Caerphilly average decile 4.7 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Llanbradach, Caerphilly | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.7% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.6% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 53.9% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 24.4% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 5.4% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 24.8% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 23.2% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 21.5% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.9% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 15.4% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 14.6% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.7 | 5.5 (Wales) |
Is Llanbradach, Caerphilly a safe place to live?
Llanbradach, Caerphilly recorded 103.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 1,151st of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were criminal damage and arson and public order.
What is the most common crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 167 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (69).
Is crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly going up or down?
Recorded crime in Llanbradach, Caerphilly was up 14% on the year before: 451 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 396 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Llanbradach, Caerphilly?
About 4,348 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 22% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Llanbradach, Caerphilly?
Llanbradach, Caerphilly is policed by Gwent.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.