Is Moriah Safe?
Crime statistics for Moriah. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 979 total crimes recorded in Moriah
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Moriah — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Moriah safe?
Moriah has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. A total of 314 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 52.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Moriah are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Moriah in the last 12 months?
314 crimes were recorded in Moriah 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 52.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (665 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 364 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Moriah?
The most common crime in Moriah is Violent Crime, with 364 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 115.9% 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 Moriah increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Moriah is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 52.8% — from 665 crimes in the previous 12 months to 314 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Moriah?
Moriah has a safety score of 61 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 Moriah compare to the Gwent Police average?
Moriah has a safety score of 61/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Moriah 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 Moriah?
50.9% of crimes recorded in Moriah 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 Moriah?
364 violent crimes were recorded in Moriah in the last 12 months — representing 115.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 161 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 Moriah last updated?
The crime data for Moriah 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 Moriah with other areas?
You can compare Moriah 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.