North Wales Police

Is Bodelwyddan Safe?

Crime statistics for Bodelwyddan. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 357 crimes
50 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

357 Crimes (last 12 months)
17.9% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓7.8% 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 — 357 total crimes recorded in Bodelwyddan

Violent Crime
190 53.2%
Criminal Damage & Arson
32 9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
28 7.8%
Public Order
28 7.8%
Shoplifting
27 7.6%
Other Theft
25 7%
Drugs
13 3.6%
Vehicle Crime
6 1.7%
Other Crime
3 0.8%
Burglary
3 0.8%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.3%
Theft from Person
1 0.3%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodelwyddan safe?

Bodelwyddan has a CrimeRadar safety score of 50/100, rated Average. A total of 357 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 7.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bodelwyddan are broadly in line with the UK average.

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

357 crimes were recorded in Bodelwyddan 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 7.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (387 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 190 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Bodelwyddan?

The most common crime in Bodelwyddan is Violent Crime, with 190 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 53.2% 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 Bodelwyddan increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bodelwyddan is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 7.8% — from 387 crimes in the previous 12 months to 357 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Bodelwyddan?

Bodelwyddan has a safety score of 50 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 Bodelwyddan compare to the North Wales Police average?

Bodelwyddan has a safety score of 50/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Bodelwyddan 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 Bodelwyddan?

17.9% of crimes recorded in Bodelwyddan 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 Bodelwyddan?

190 violent crimes were recorded in Bodelwyddan in the last 12 months — representing 53.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 28 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 Bodelwyddan last updated?

The crime data for Bodelwyddan was last updated in January 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 Bodelwyddan with other areas?

You can compare Bodelwyddan 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: January 2026.