Is Llay Safe?
Crime statistics for Llay. 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 — 349 total crimes recorded in Llay
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Llay — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Llay safe?
Llay has a CrimeRadar safety score of 49/100, rated Average. A total of 349 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 12.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Llay are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Llay in the last 12 months?
349 crimes were recorded in Llay 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 12.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (310 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 144 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Llay?
The most common crime in Llay is Violent Crime, with 144 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.3% 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 Llay increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Llay is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 12.6% — from 310 crimes in the previous 12 months to 349 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 Llay?
Llay has a safety score of 49 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 Llay compare to the North Wales Police average?
Llay has a safety score of 49/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Llay 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 Llay?
8.3% of crimes recorded in Llay 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 Llay?
144 violent crimes were recorded in Llay in the last 12 months — representing 41.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 60 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 Llay last updated?
The crime data for Llay 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 Llay with other areas?
You can compare Llay 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.