South Wales Police

Is Cowbridge Safe?

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

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 228 crimes
67 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

228 Crimes (last 12 months)
15% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓11.6% 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 — 228 total crimes recorded in Cowbridge

Violent Crime
81 35.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
34 14.9%
Other Theft
24 10.5%
Public Order
23 10.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
23 10.1%
Shoplifting
13 5.7%
Burglary
11 4.8%
Vehicle Crime
7 3.1%
Other Crime
6 2.6%
Robbery
2 0.9%
Drugs
2 0.9%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.9%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cowbridge safe?

Cowbridge has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 228 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 11.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Cowbridge is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

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

228 crimes were recorded in Cowbridge 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 11.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (258 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 81 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Cowbridge?

The most common crime in Cowbridge is Violent Crime, with 81 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.5% 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 Cowbridge increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Cowbridge is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.6% — from 258 crimes in the previous 12 months to 228 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Cowbridge?

Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge compare to the South Wales Police average?

Cowbridge has a safety score of 67/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge?

15% of crimes recorded in Cowbridge 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 South 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 Cowbridge?

81 violent crimes were recorded in Cowbridge in the last 12 months — representing 35.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 34 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 Cowbridge last updated?

The crime data for Cowbridge 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 Cowbridge with other areas?

You can compare Cowbridge 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.