Is Pengam Safe?
Crime statistics for Pengam. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 585 total crimes recorded in Pengam
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Pengam — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Pengam
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Pengam by safety score
Compare Pengam With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pengam safe?
Pengam has a CrimeRadar safety score of 27/100, rated Below Average. A total of 585 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 40.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Pengam are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Pengam in the last 12 months?
585 crimes were recorded in Pengam 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 40.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (416 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 204 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Pengam?
The most common crime in Pengam is Violent Crime, with 204 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.9% 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 Pengam increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Pengam is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 40.6% — from 416 crimes in the previous 12 months to 585 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 Pengam?
Pengam has a safety score of 27 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 Pengam compare to the Gwent Police average?
Pengam has a safety score of 27/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 60/100. Pengam 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 Pengam?
6.5% of crimes recorded in Pengam 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 Pengam?
204 violent crimes were recorded in Pengam in the last 12 months — representing 34.9% 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 Pengam last updated?
The crime data for Pengam was last updated in July 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 Pengam with other areas?
You can compare Pengam 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.