Is Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf Safe?
Crime statistics for Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 482 total crimes recorded in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf safe?
Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf has a CrimeRadar safety score of 30/100, rated Below Average. A total of 482 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 24.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf in the last 12 months?
482 crimes were recorded in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 24.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (388 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 248 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf?
The most common crime in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf is Violent Crime, with 248 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 51.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 24.2% — from 388 crimes in the previous 12 months to 482 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf?
Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf has a safety score of 30 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf compare to the South Wales Police average?
Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf has a safety score of 30/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf?
25.8% of crimes recorded in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by South Wales Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf?
248 violent crimes were recorded in Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf in the last 12 months — representing 51.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 33 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf last updated?
The crime data for Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf with other areas?
You can compare Upper Rhydfelen and Glyn-taf with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.