Is Penyrheol Safe?
Crime statistics for Penyrheol. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 395 total crimes recorded in Penyrheol
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Penyrheol — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Penyrheol safe?
Penyrheol has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. A total of 395 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 63.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Penyrheol are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Penyrheol in the last 12 months?
395 crimes were recorded in Penyrheol 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 63.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,093 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 171 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Penyrheol?
The most common crime in Penyrheol is Violent Crime, with 171 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.3% 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 Penyrheol increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Penyrheol is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 63.9% — from 1,093 crimes in the previous 12 months to 395 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Penyrheol?
Penyrheol has a safety score of 51 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 Penyrheol compare to the Gwent Police average?
Penyrheol has a safety score of 51/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 60/100. Penyrheol 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 Penyrheol?
8.9% of crimes recorded in Penyrheol 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 Penyrheol?
171 violent crimes were recorded in Penyrheol in the last 12 months — representing 43.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Penyrheol last updated?
The crime data for Penyrheol 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 Penyrheol with other areas?
You can compare Penyrheol 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.