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Is Ystrad Mynach Safe?

Crime statistics for Ystrad Mynach. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 281 crimes
63 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

281 Crimes (last 12 months)
0% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓57.7% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 281 total crimes recorded in Ystrad Mynach

Violent Crime
111 39.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
65 23.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
29 10.3%
Public Order
25 8.9%
Other Theft
13 4.6%
Burglary
9 3.2%
Drugs
8 2.8%
Other Crime
7 2.5%
Vehicle Crime
7 2.5%
Shoplifting
3 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.7%
Robbery
1 0.4%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.4%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Ystrad Mynach — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ystrad Mynach safe?

Ystrad Mynach has a CrimeRadar safety score of 63/100, rated Average. A total of 281 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 57.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Ystrad Mynach are broadly in line with the UK average.

How many crimes were recorded in Ystrad Mynach in the last 12 months?

281 crimes were recorded in Ystrad Mynach 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 57.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (665 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 111 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Ystrad Mynach?

The most common crime in Ystrad Mynach is Violent Crime, with 111 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.5% 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 Ystrad Mynach increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Ystrad Mynach is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 57.7% — from 665 crimes in the previous 12 months to 281 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Ystrad Mynach?

Ystrad Mynach has a safety score of 63 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 Ystrad Mynach compare to the Gwent Police average?

Ystrad Mynach has a safety score of 63/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Ystrad Mynach 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 Ystrad Mynach?

0% of crimes recorded in Ystrad Mynach 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 Ystrad Mynach?

111 violent crimes were recorded in Ystrad Mynach in the last 12 months — representing 39.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 65 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 Ystrad Mynach last updated?

The crime data for Ystrad Mynach was last updated in March 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 Ystrad Mynach with other areas?

You can compare Ystrad Mynach 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: March 2026.