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Is Bowydd and Rhiw Safe?

Crime statistics for Bowydd and Rhiw. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 721 crimes
67 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

721 Crimes (last 36 months)
27% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓15.2% vs Previous 12 Months

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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 36 months — 721 total crimes recorded in Bowydd and Rhiw

Violent Crime
321 44.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
189 26.2%
Criminal Damage & Arson
52 7.2%
Public Order
38 5.3%
Shoplifting
35 4.9%
Other Theft
34 4.7%
Burglary
18 2.5%
Other Crime
15 2.1%
Possession of Weapons
8 1.1%
Drugs
7 1%
Vehicle Crime
2 0.3%
Robbery
1 0.1%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bowydd and Rhiw — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bowydd and Rhiw safe?

Bowydd and Rhiw has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. 217 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bowydd and Rhiw is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Bowydd and Rhiw in the last 12 months?

217 crimes were recorded in Bowydd and Rhiw in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 15.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (256 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Bowydd and Rhiw?

The most common crime in Bowydd and Rhiw is Violent Crime, with 321 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 147.9% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Bowydd and Rhiw increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bowydd and Rhiw is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Bowydd and Rhiw?

Bowydd and Rhiw has a safety score of 67 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 Bowydd and Rhiw compare to the North Wales Police average?

Bowydd and Rhiw has a safety score of 67/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Bowydd and Rhiw is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Bowydd and Rhiw?

27% of crimes in Bowydd and Rhiw resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Bowydd and Rhiw?

321 violent crimes were recorded in Bowydd and Rhiw in the last 12 months, representing 147.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 189 incidents.

When was the crime data for Bowydd and Rhiw last updated?

The crime data for Bowydd and Rhiw was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Bowydd and Rhiw with other areas?

You can compare Bowydd and Rhiw with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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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.