Is Cefn Safe?
Crime statistics for Cefn. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 402 total crimes recorded in Cefn
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Cefn — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cefn safe?
Cefn has a CrimeRadar safety score of 48/100, rated Average. A total of 402 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Cefn are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Cefn in the last 12 months?
402 crimes were recorded in Cefn 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 5.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (424 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 170 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Cefn?
The most common crime in Cefn is Violent Crime, with 170 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.3% 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 Cefn increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Cefn is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.2% — from 424 crimes in the previous 12 months to 402 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Cefn?
Cefn has a safety score of 48 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 Cefn compare to the North Wales Police average?
Cefn has a safety score of 48/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Cefn 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 Cefn?
22.9% of crimes recorded in Cefn 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 Cefn?
170 violent crimes were recorded in Cefn in the last 12 months — representing 42.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 81 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 Cefn last updated?
The crime data for Cefn 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 Cefn with other areas?
You can compare Cefn 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.