North Wales Police

Is Abergele Pensarn Safe?

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

Last 12 months: June 2025 – May 2026 718 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

718 Crimes (last 12 months)
15.5% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑63.6% 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 — 718 total crimes recorded in Abergele Pensarn

Violent Crime
335 46.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
117 16.3%
Shoplifting
68 9.5%
Public Order
53 7.4%
Criminal Damage & Arson
45 6.3%
Other Theft
32 4.5%
Drugs
26 3.6%
Other Crime
13 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
10 1.4%
Burglary
9 1.3%
Vehicle Crime
6 0.8%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.4%
Robbery
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Abergele Pensarn — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abergele Pensarn safe?

Abergele Pensarn has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 718 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 63.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Abergele Pensarn are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Abergele Pensarn in the last 12 months?

718 crimes were recorded in Abergele Pensarn 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 63.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (439 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 335 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Abergele Pensarn?

The most common crime in Abergele Pensarn is Violent Crime, with 335 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.7% 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 Abergele Pensarn increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Abergele Pensarn is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 63.6% — from 439 crimes in the previous 12 months to 718 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 Abergele Pensarn?

Abergele Pensarn has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Abergele Pensarn compare to the North Wales Police average?

Abergele Pensarn has a safety score of 9/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 57/100. Abergele Pensarn 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 Abergele Pensarn?

15.5% of crimes recorded in Abergele Pensarn 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 North Wales 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 Abergele Pensarn?

335 violent crimes were recorded in Abergele Pensarn in the last 12 months — representing 46.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 117 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 Abergele Pensarn last updated?

The crime data for Abergele Pensarn 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 Abergele Pensarn with other areas?

You can compare Abergele Pensarn 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.