Crime in Treherbert: statistics, rates and trends
463 crimes were recorded in Treherbert in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Treherbert at a glance
- Crime trends in Treherbert
- Types of crime in Treherbert
- Treherbert compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Treherbert
- Streets with the most crime in Treherbert
- What happened after crimes were reported in Treherbert
- Population and deprivation in Treherbert
- Questions about crime in Treherbert
- About this data
463 crimes were recorded in Treherbert in the 12 months to July 2026, 80.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 232 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Treherbert has the 620th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Treherbert | Rhondda Cynon Taf | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 463 | 20,613 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 80.0 | 84.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +10% | -2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,790 | 242,844 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Treherbert was highest in the year to July 2020 (556 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (407). Over the whole period it rose 3%, 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 | 463 | 80.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 420 | 72.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 496 | 85.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 407 | 70.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 415 | 71.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 529 | 91.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 556 | 96.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 527 | 91.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 450 | 77.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 35 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 28 |
| January 2026 | 36 |
| December 2025 | 49 |
| November 2025 | 42 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 33 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Treherbert 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, other crime.
The largest increases were in public order (+38%) and criminal damage and arson (+28%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 232 | 40.1 | 1.17 | +6% |
| Public order | 55 | 9.5 | 1.43 | +38% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 41 | 7.1 | 1.04 | +28% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 38 | 6.6 | 0.43 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 22 | 3.8 | 0.77 | +29% |
| Other theft | 20 | 3.5 | 0.54 | +5% |
| Other crime | 19 | 3.3 | 1.55 | +36% |
| Burglary | 15 | 2.6 | 0.73 | +114% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.9 | 0.58 | +22% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 1.0 | 0.13 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.7 | 0.71 | +300% |
Violence and sexual offences in Treherbert
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Treherbert recorded 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (40.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 50.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Treherbert
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Treherbert recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 11.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Treherbert
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Treherbert recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Treherbert
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Treherbert recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 8.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Treherbert
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Treherbert recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Treherbert
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Treherbert recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Treherbert
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Treherbert recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Treherbert
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Treherbert recorded 15 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 up 114% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Treherbert
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Treherbert recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Treherbert
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Treherbert recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Treherbert
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Treherbert recorded 4 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 up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Treherbert, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Treherbert.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Treherbert |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treorchy | 649 | 85.2 | +6% |
| Rhondda | 1,230 | 91.8 | +15% |
| Aberdare | 3,655 | 95.4 | +19% |
| Tonypandy | 1,365 | 79.2 | -1% |
| Maesteg | 1,838 | 99.2 | +24% |
| Mountain Ash | 1,051 | 87.8 | +10% |
| Porth | 1,262 | 97.9 | +22% |
| Tonyrefail | 840 | 84.5 | +6% |
1 areas within Treherbert, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Treherbert had the highest rate (80.0 per 1,000) and Treherbert the lowest (80.0). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treherbert | Neighbourhood | 5,790 | 463 | 80.0 |
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 Treherbert over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 32 |
| On or near William Street | 24 |
| On or near Trem Y Mynydd | 19 |
| On or near Mount Libanus Street | 18 |
| On or near Eileen Place | 16 |
| On or near Baglan Street | 14 |
| On or near Brynfedwen Close | 14 |
| On or near Wyndham Street | 14 |
| On or near Dumfries Street | 13 |
| On or near Tan-Y-Pych | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Treherbert 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 | 205 | 44.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 80 | 17.3% |
| Under investigation | 58 | 12.5% |
| Not recorded | 38 | 8.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 26 | 5.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 20 | 4.3% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 3.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 3.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Treherbert has an estimated population of 5,790. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Treherbert sits in decile 2.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Treherbert |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 65.5% |
| Social rented homes | 14.4% |
| Private rented homes | 20.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 2.3 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 23.8% |
Is Treherbert a safe place to live?
Treherbert recorded 80.0 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 Treherbert?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 232 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (55).
Is crime in Treherbert going up or down?
Recorded crime in Treherbert was up 10% on the year before: 463 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 420 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Treherbert?
Treherbert 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 Treherbert. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.