Is Machynlleth Safe?
Crime statistics for Machynlleth. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 152 total crimes recorded in Machynlleth
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Machynlleth — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Machynlleth safe?
Machynlleth has a CrimeRadar safety score of 69/100, rated Safe. A total of 152 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 10.1% compared to the previous year. Machynlleth is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Machynlleth in the last 12 months?
152 crimes were recorded in Machynlleth 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 10.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (138 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 78 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Machynlleth?
The most common crime in Machynlleth is Violent Crime, with 78 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 51.3% 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 Machynlleth increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Machynlleth is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 10.1% — from 138 crimes in the previous 12 months to 152 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 Machynlleth?
Machynlleth has a safety score of 69 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Machynlleth compare to the Dyfed-Powys Police average?
Machynlleth has a safety score of 69/100, while the Dyfed-Powys Police force area average is 65/100. Machynlleth is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Machynlleth?
22.2% of crimes recorded in Machynlleth 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 Dyfed-Powys 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 Machynlleth?
78 violent crimes were recorded in Machynlleth in the last 12 months — representing 51.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 15 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 Machynlleth last updated?
The crime data for Machynlleth was last updated in March 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 Machynlleth with other areas?
You can compare Machynlleth 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.