Is Penally Safe?
Crime statistics for Penally. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 268 total crimes recorded in Penally
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Penally — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penally safe?
Penally has a CrimeRadar safety score of 68/100, rated Safe. A total of 143 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 14.4% compared to the previous year. Penally is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Penally in the last 12 months?
143 crimes were recorded in Penally 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 14.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (125 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 146 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Penally?
The most common crime in Penally is Violent Crime, with 146 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 102.1% 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 Penally increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Penally is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 14.4% — from 125 crimes in the previous 12 months to 143 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 Penally?
Penally has a safety score of 68 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 Penally compare to the Dyfed-Powys Police average?
Penally has a safety score of 68/100, while the Dyfed-Powys Police force area average is 65/100. Penally 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 Penally?
35.1% of crimes recorded in Penally 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 Penally?
146 violent crimes were recorded in Penally in the last 12 months — representing 102.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 17 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 Penally last updated?
The crime data for Penally 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 Penally with other areas?
You can compare Penally 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.