Is Cantref Safe?
Crime statistics for Cantref. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 321 total crimes recorded in Cantref
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cantref — last 36 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Cantref
Safest Areas Near Cantref
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Cantref by safety score
Compare Cantref With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cantref safe?
Cantref has a CrimeRadar safety score of 86/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 48 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 69.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Cantref is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Cantref in the last 12 months?
48 crimes were recorded in Cantref 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 69.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (159 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 113 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cantref?
The most common crime in Cantref is Violent Crime, with 113 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 235.4% 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 Cantref increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cantref is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 69.8% — from 159 crimes in the previous 12 months to 48 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Cantref?
Cantref has a safety score of 86 out of 100 (Very 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 Cantref compare to the Gwent Police average?
Cantref has a safety score of 86/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Cantref 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 Cantref?
42.1% of crimes recorded in Cantref 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 Cantref?
113 violent crimes were recorded in Cantref in the last 12 months — representing 235.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 71 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 Cantref last updated?
The crime data for Cantref 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 Cantref with other areas?
You can compare Cantref 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.