Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA7 · Swansea
80
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SA2 · Swansea
65
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Sketty has less crime — 65 vs 80 incidents in April 2026.
Llansamlet saw somewhat more crime than Sketty in April 2026 (80 vs 65 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Llansamlet sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9) and Other theft (8), while Sketty has more Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Sketty recorded fewer crimes than Llansamlet — 65 vs 80 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes. Sketty is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Llansamlet saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Sketty had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Sketty recorded fewer total crimes (65 vs 80).