Is Badminton Safe?
Crime statistics for Badminton. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 481 total crimes recorded in Badminton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Badminton — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Badminton
Safest Areas Near Badminton
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Badminton by safety score
Compare Badminton With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Badminton safe?
Badminton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 42/100, rated Below Average. A total of 481 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Badminton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Badminton in the last 12 months?
481 crimes were recorded in Badminton 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 1.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (473 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 161 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Badminton?
The most common crime in Badminton is Violent Crime, with 161 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.5% 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 Badminton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Badminton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.7% — from 473 crimes in the previous 12 months to 481 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 Badminton?
Badminton has a safety score of 42 out of 100 (Below 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 Badminton compare to the Gwent Police average?
Badminton has a safety score of 42/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 64/100. Badminton 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 Badminton?
9.9% of crimes recorded in Badminton 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 Badminton?
161 violent crimes were recorded in Badminton in the last 12 months — representing 33.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 110 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 Badminton last updated?
The crime data for Badminton was last updated in June 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 Badminton with other areas?
You can compare Badminton 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.