Crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf: statistics, rates and trends
266 crimes were recorded in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf in the 12 months to July 2026, 57.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf at a glance
- Crime trends in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Types of crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- What happened after crimes were reported in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Population and deprivation in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Questions about crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
- About this data
266 crimes were recorded in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf in the 12 months to July 2026, 57.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 122 reports (46% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf has the 2,696th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf | Rhondda Cynon Taf | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 266 | 20,613 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 57.8 | 84.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 4,605 | 242,844 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf was highest in the year to July 2021 (367 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (266). Over the whole period it fell 20%, 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 | 266 | 57.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 271 | 58.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 353 | 76.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 297 | 64.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 292 | 63.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 367 | 79.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 326 | 70.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 280 | 60.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 332 | 72.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 25 |
| May 2026 | 18 |
| April 2026 | 23 |
| March 2026 | 14 |
| February 2026 | 21 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 22 |
| November 2025 | 26 |
| October 2025 | 14 |
| September 2025 | 17 |
| August 2025 | 37 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf 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. The largest increases were in public order (+14%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-29%) and anti-social behaviour (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 122 | 26.5 | 0.77 | -4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 36 | 7.8 | 0.51 | -18% |
| Public order | 32 | 6.9 | 1.05 | +14% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 17 | 3.7 | 0.54 | +31% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 3.3 | 0.66 | -29% |
| Burglary | 10 | 2.2 | 0.61 | +11% |
| Other theft | 10 | 2.2 | 0.34 | -23% |
| Other crime | 9 | 2.0 | 0.93 | +80% |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.3 | 0.40 | -25% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 0.9 | 0.10 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.7 | 0.67 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.16 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 0.13 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (26.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 45.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 13.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 9 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 up 80% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abercynon | 478 | 75.5 | +31% |
| Trallwng | 296 | 79.2 | +37% |
| Graig and Pontypridd West | 703 | 94.7 | +64% |
| Penrhiw-ceibr | 532 | 90.6 | +57% |
| Porth | 722 | 126.3 | +119% |
| Tylorstown and Ynyshir | 709 | 94.9 | +64% |
| Cymer | 465 | 85.0 | +47% |
| Treforest | 633 | 99.8 | +73% |
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 Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Gelli Road | 22 |
| On or near Buarth-Y-Capel | 19 |
| On or near Dan Y Cribyn | 18 |
| On or near Cyncoed | 16 |
| On or near New Road | 14 |
| On or near Ffordd Gower Davies | 11 |
| On or near High Street | 10 |
| On or near Augustus Street | 9 |
| On or near Old Ynysbwl Road | 9 |
| On or near Parking Area | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf 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 | 92 | 34.6% |
| Under investigation | 53 | 19.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 44 | 16.5% |
| Not recorded | 36 | 13.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 16 | 6.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 9 | 3.4% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 3.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 2.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.4% |
Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf has an estimated population of 4,605. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf sits in decile 4.7, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.1% |
| Social rented homes | 10.1% |
| Private rented homes | 16.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.7 |
Is Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf a safe place to live?
Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf recorded 57.8 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than 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 Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 122 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (36).
Is crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf going up or down?
Recorded crime in Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf was down 2% on the year before: 266 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 271 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf?
Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf 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 Ynysybwl, Rhondda Cynon Taf. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.