Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA12 · Neath Port Talbot
112
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
SA2 · Swansea
65
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Sketty has less crime — 65 vs 112 incidents in April 2026.
Baglan recorded notably higher crime than Sketty in April 2026 — 112 vs 65 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Baglan sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Sketty has more Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Sketty recorded fewer crimes than Baglan — 65 vs 112 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Sketty is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Baglan saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Sketty had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sketty recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 112).