Is Gerlan Safe?
Crime statistics for Gerlan. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 236 total crimes recorded in Gerlan
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Gerlan — last 24 months
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Gerlan by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gerlan safe?
Gerlan has a CrimeRadar safety score of 74/100, rated Safe. A total of 115 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Gerlan is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Gerlan in the last 12 months?
115 crimes were recorded in Gerlan 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% compared to the previous 12-month period (121 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 114 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Gerlan?
The most common crime in Gerlan is Violent Crime, with 114 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 99.1% 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 Gerlan increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Gerlan is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5% — from 121 crimes in the previous 12 months to 115 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Gerlan?
Gerlan has a safety score of 74 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 Gerlan compare to the North Wales Police average?
Gerlan has a safety score of 74/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Gerlan 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 Gerlan?
26.3% of crimes recorded in Gerlan 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 Gerlan?
114 violent crimes were recorded in Gerlan in the last 12 months — representing 99.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Gerlan last updated?
The crime data for Gerlan 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 Gerlan with other areas?
You can compare Gerlan 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.