Is Sirhowy Safe?
Crime statistics for Sirhowy. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 212 total crimes recorded in Sirhowy
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Sirhowy — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sirhowy safe?
Sirhowy has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. A total of 212 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 70.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Sirhowy is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Sirhowy in the last 12 months?
212 crimes were recorded in Sirhowy 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 70.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (729 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 62 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Sirhowy?
The most common crime in Sirhowy is Violent Crime, with 62 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 29.2% 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 Sirhowy increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Sirhowy is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 70.9% — from 729 crimes in the previous 12 months to 212 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Sirhowy?
Sirhowy has a safety score of 73 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Sirhowy compare to the Gwent Police average?
Sirhowy has a safety score of 73/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 69/100. Sirhowy is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Sirhowy?
18.2% of crimes recorded in Sirhowy 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 Sirhowy?
62 violent crimes were recorded in Sirhowy in the last 12 months — representing 29.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 36 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 Sirhowy last updated?
The crime data for Sirhowy 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 Sirhowy with other areas?
You can compare Sirhowy 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.