Is Cefn Fforest Safe?
Crime statistics for Cefn Fforest. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 489 total crimes recorded in Cefn Fforest
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cefn Fforest — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cefn Fforest safe?
Cefn Fforest has a CrimeRadar safety score of 37/100, rated Below Average. A total of 489 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 15.9% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Cefn Fforest are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Cefn Fforest in the last 12 months?
489 crimes were recorded in Cefn Fforest 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 15.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (422 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 176 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cefn Fforest?
The most common crime in Cefn Fforest is Violent Crime, with 176 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36% 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 Cefn Fforest increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cefn Fforest is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 15.9% — from 422 crimes in the previous 12 months to 489 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 Cefn Fforest?
Cefn Fforest has a safety score of 37 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 Cefn Fforest compare to the Gwent Police average?
Cefn Fforest has a safety score of 37/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 64/100. Cefn Fforest 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 Cefn Fforest?
8% of crimes recorded in Cefn Fforest 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 Cefn Fforest?
176 violent crimes were recorded in Cefn Fforest in the last 12 months — representing 36% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 97 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 Cefn Fforest last updated?
The crime data for Cefn Fforest 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 Cefn Fforest with other areas?
You can compare Cefn Fforest 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.