Is Aberbargoed Safe?
Crime statistics for Aberbargoed. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 306 total crimes recorded in Aberbargoed
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Aberbargoed — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aberbargoed safe?
Aberbargoed has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. A total of 306 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 25.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Aberbargoed are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Aberbargoed in the last 12 months?
306 crimes were recorded in Aberbargoed in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 25.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (413 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 114 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Aberbargoed?
The most common crime in Aberbargoed is Violent Crime, with 114 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 37.3% 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 Aberbargoed increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Aberbargoed is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 25.9% — from 413 crimes in the previous 12 months to 306 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Aberbargoed?
Aberbargoed has a safety score of 61 out of 100 (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 Aberbargoed compare to the Gwent Police average?
Aberbargoed has a safety score of 61/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Aberbargoed 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 Aberbargoed?
0% of crimes recorded in Aberbargoed 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 Gwent 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 Aberbargoed?
114 violent crimes were recorded in Aberbargoed in the last 12 months — representing 37.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Aberbargoed last updated?
The crime data for Aberbargoed 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 Aberbargoed with other areas?
You can compare Aberbargoed 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.