Crime in Pontyclun: statistics, rates and trends
201 crimes were recorded in Pontyclun in the 12 months to July 2026, 39.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Pontyclun at a glance
- Crime trends in Pontyclun
- Types of crime in Pontyclun
- Pontyclun compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Pontyclun
- Streets with the most crime in Pontyclun
- What happened after crimes were reported in Pontyclun
- Population and deprivation in Pontyclun
- Questions about crime in Pontyclun
- About this data
201 crimes were recorded in Pontyclun in the 12 months to July 2026, 39.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 70 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Pontyclun has the 1,317th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Pontyclun | Rhondda Cynon Taf | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 201 | 20,613 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 39.1 | 84.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,136 | 242,844 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Pontyclun was highest in the year to July 2020 (243 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (150). Over the whole period it rose 4%, 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 | 201 | 39.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 211 | 41.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 183 | 35.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 206 | 40.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 200 | 38.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 203 | 39.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 243 | 47.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 150 | 29.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 193 | 37.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 25 |
| June 2026 | 21 |
| May 2026 | 17 |
| April 2026 | 18 |
| March 2026 | 16 |
| February 2026 | 7 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 21 |
| November 2025 | 13 |
| October 2025 | 19 |
| September 2025 | 7 |
| August 2025 | 21 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Pontyclun 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 anti-social behaviour (+17%).
The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-50%) and violence and sexual offences (-17%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 70 | 13.6 | 0.40 | -17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 | 5.3 | 0.34 | +17% |
| Public order | 26 | 5.1 | 0.76 | +37% |
| Drugs | 13 | 2.5 | 0.77 | +44% |
| Other theft | 13 | 2.5 | 0.40 | -19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 12 | 2.3 | 0.34 | -50% |
| Vehicle crime | 11 | 2.1 | 0.43 | +175% |
| Shoplifting | 9 | 1.8 | 0.21 | -31% |
| Burglary | 8 | 1.6 | 0.44 | -33% |
| Other crime | 5 | 1.0 | 0.46 | +67% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.6 | 0.43 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.40 | -33% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.4 | 0.23 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Pontyclun
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Pontyclun recorded 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 34.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Pontyclun
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Pontyclun recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 13.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Pontyclun
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Pontyclun recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 12.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Pontyclun
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Pontyclun recorded 13 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 44% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Pontyclun
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Pontyclun recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Pontyclun
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Pontyclun recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Pontyclun
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Pontyclun recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 175% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Pontyclun
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Pontyclun recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Pontyclun
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Pontyclun recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Pontyclun
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Pontyclun recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Pontyclun
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Pontyclun recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Pontyclun
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Pontyclun recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Pontyclun
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Pontyclun recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Pontyclun, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Pontyclun.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Pontyclun |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beddau | 550 | 72.0 | +84% |
| Llanharan and Brynna | 748 | 85.8 | +119% |
| Church Village | 570 | 39.5 | +1% |
| Tonyrefail | 840 | 84.5 | +116% |
| Pencoed | 567 | 56.9 | +46% |
| Pontypridd | 3,565 | 104.9 | +168% |
| Porth | 1,262 | 97.9 | +150% |
| Abertridwr and Senghenydd | 548 | 85.8 | +119% |
2 areas within Pontyclun, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Pontyclun Central had the highest rate (70.2 per 1,000) and Pontyclun East the lowest (24.8). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontyclun Central | Neighbourhood | 1,623 | 114 | 70.2 |
| Pontyclun East | Neighbourhood | 3,513 | 87 | 24.8 |
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 Pontyclun over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Station Terrace | 29 |
| On or near Parking Area | 20 |
| On or near Dol-Y-Llan | 11 |
| On or near Crofta Lane | 10 |
| On or near School Road | 10 |
| On or near Heol Yr Orsaf | 9 |
| On or near Y Parc | 9 |
| On or near The Paddocks | 8 |
| On or near Crystal Wood Drive | 7 |
| On or near Heol-Y-Coed | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Pontyclun 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 | 70 | 34.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 48 | 23.9% |
| Under investigation | 37 | 18.4% |
| Not recorded | 27 | 13.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 3.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.5% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 1.0% |
Pontyclun has an estimated population of 5,136. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Pontyclun sits in decile 9.1, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Pontyclun |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 82.5% |
| Social rented homes | 6.6% |
| Private rented homes | 11.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.1 |
Is Pontyclun a safe place to live?
Pontyclun recorded 39.1 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 Pontyclun?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 70 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (27).
Is crime in Pontyclun going up or down?
Recorded crime in Pontyclun was down 5% on the year before: 201 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 211 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Pontyclun?
Pontyclun 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 Pontyclun. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.