Is Bala Safe?
Crime statistics for Bala. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 141 total crimes recorded in Bala
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bala — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Bala
Safest Areas Near Bala
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Bala by safety score
Compare Bala With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bala safe?
Bala has a CrimeRadar safety score of 70/100, rated Safe. A total of 141 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 12.8% compared to the previous year. Bala is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Bala in the last 12 months?
141 crimes were recorded in Bala 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 12.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (125 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 58 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bala?
The most common crime in Bala is Violent Crime, with 58 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.1% 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 Bala increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bala is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 12.8% — from 125 crimes in the previous 12 months to 141 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 Bala?
Bala has a safety score of 70 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 Bala compare to the North Wales Police average?
Bala has a safety score of 70/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 57/100. Bala 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 Bala?
10.5% of crimes recorded in Bala 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 Bala?
58 violent crimes were recorded in Bala in the last 12 months — representing 41.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 29 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 Bala last updated?
The crime data for Bala 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 Bala with other areas?
You can compare Bala 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.