Gwent Police

Is Hengoed Safe?

Crime statistics for Hengoed. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 24 months: June 2024 – May 2026 744 crimes
63 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

744 Crimes (last 24 months)
37.2% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓40.3% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 744 total crimes recorded in Hengoed

Violent Crime
338 45.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
119 16%
Public Order
84 11.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
79 10.6%
Other Theft
28 3.8%
Other Crime
24 3.2%
Vehicle Crime
22 3%
Drugs
20 2.7%
Burglary
10 1.3%
Possession of Weapons
9 1.2%
Shoplifting
6 0.8%
Robbery
3 0.4%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.1%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Hengoed — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hengoed safe?

Hengoed has a CrimeRadar safety score of 63/100, rated Average. A total of 278 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 40.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Hengoed are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Hengoed in the last 12 months?

278 crimes were recorded in Hengoed 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 40.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (466 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 338 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Hengoed?

The most common crime in Hengoed is Violent Crime, with 338 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 121.6% 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 Hengoed increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Hengoed is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 40.3% — from 466 crimes in the previous 12 months to 278 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Hengoed?

Hengoed has a safety score of 63 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 Hengoed compare to the Gwent Police average?

Hengoed has a safety score of 63/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 69/100. Hengoed 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 Hengoed?

37.2% of crimes recorded in Hengoed 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 Hengoed?

338 violent crimes were recorded in Hengoed in the last 12 months — representing 121.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 119 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 Hengoed last updated?

The crime data for Hengoed was last updated in May 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 Hengoed with other areas?

You can compare Hengoed 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: May 2026.