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Is St Cadoc and Penygarn Safe?

Crime statistics for St Cadoc and Penygarn. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.

Last 12 months: June 2025 – May 2026 212 crimes
60 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

212 Crimes (last 12 months)
7.1% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑92.7% 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn

Violent Crime
83 39.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
39 18.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
35 16.5%
Public Order
25 11.8%
Other Crime
6 2.8%
Shoplifting
5 2.4%
Burglary
4 1.9%
Other Theft
4 1.9%
Vehicle Crime
4 1.9%
Drugs
3 1.4%
Possession of Weapons
3 1.4%
Robbery
1 0.5%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for St Cadoc and Penygarn — last 12 months

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Safest Areas Near St Cadoc and Penygarn

Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to St Cadoc and Penygarn by safety score

Frequently Asked Questions

Is St Cadoc and Penygarn safe?

St Cadoc and Penygarn has a CrimeRadar safety score of 60/100, rated Average. A total of 212 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 92.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in St Cadoc and Penygarn are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in St Cadoc and Penygarn in the last 12 months?

212 crimes were recorded in St Cadoc and Penygarn 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 92.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (110 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 83 incidents.

What is the most common crime in St Cadoc and Penygarn?

The most common crime in St Cadoc and Penygarn is Violent Crime, with 83 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.2% 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn increasing or decreasing?

Crime in St Cadoc and Penygarn is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 92.7% — from 110 crimes in the previous 12 months to 212 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn?

St Cadoc and Penygarn has a safety score of 60 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn compare to the Gwent Police average?

St Cadoc and Penygarn has a safety score of 60/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 69/100. St Cadoc and Penygarn 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn?

7.1% of crimes recorded in St Cadoc and Penygarn 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn?

83 violent crimes were recorded in St Cadoc and Penygarn in the last 12 months — representing 39.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 39 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn last updated?

The crime data for St Cadoc and Penygarn 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 St Cadoc and Penygarn with other areas?

You can compare St Cadoc and Penygarn 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.