Gwent Police

Is Snatchwood Safe?

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

Last 12 months: June 2025 – May 2026 212 crimes
69 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

212 Crimes (last 12 months)
7.6% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓22.1% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

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

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 212 total crimes recorded in Snatchwood

Violent Crime
89 42%
Anti-Social Behaviour
36 17%
Public Order
28 13.2%
Criminal Damage & Arson
21 9.9%
Vehicle Crime
9 4.2%
Shoplifting
7 3.3%
Other Theft
6 2.8%
Drugs
5 2.4%
Burglary
3 1.4%
Other Crime
3 1.4%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.9%
Robbery
2 0.9%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.5%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Snatchwood — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snatchwood safe?

Snatchwood has a CrimeRadar safety score of 69/100, rated Safe. A total of 212 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 22.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Snatchwood is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

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

212 crimes were recorded in Snatchwood 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 22.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (272 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 89 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Snatchwood?

The most common crime in Snatchwood is Violent Crime, with 89 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42% 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 Snatchwood increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Snatchwood is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 22.1% — from 272 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 Snatchwood?

Snatchwood has a safety score of 69 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 Snatchwood compare to the Gwent Police average?

Snatchwood has a safety score of 69/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 69/100. Snatchwood is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Snatchwood?

7.6% of crimes recorded in Snatchwood 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 Snatchwood?

89 violent crimes were recorded in Snatchwood in the last 12 months — representing 42% 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 Snatchwood last updated?

The crime data for Snatchwood 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 Snatchwood with other areas?

You can compare Snatchwood 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.