Is Ebbw Vale South Safe?
Crime statistics for Ebbw Vale South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 493 total crimes recorded in Ebbw Vale South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ebbw Vale South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ebbw Vale South safe?
Ebbw Vale South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 48/100, rated Average. A total of 493 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 50% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Ebbw Vale South are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Ebbw Vale South in the last 12 months?
493 crimes were recorded in Ebbw Vale South 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 50% compared to the previous 12-month period (985 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 147 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ebbw Vale South?
The most common crime in Ebbw Vale South is Violent Crime, with 147 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 29.8% 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 Ebbw Vale South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ebbw Vale South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 50% — from 985 crimes in the previous 12 months to 493 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Ebbw Vale South?
Ebbw Vale South has a safety score of 48 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 Ebbw Vale South compare to the Gwent Police average?
Ebbw Vale South has a safety score of 48/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Ebbw Vale South 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 Ebbw Vale South?
0% of crimes recorded in Ebbw Vale South 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 Ebbw Vale South?
147 violent crimes were recorded in Ebbw Vale South in the last 12 months — representing 29.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 136 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 Ebbw Vale South last updated?
The crime data for Ebbw Vale South 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 Ebbw Vale South with other areas?
You can compare Ebbw Vale South 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.