South Wales Police

Is Maesteg East Safe?

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

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 1,055 crimes
31 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

1,055 Crimes (last 24 months)
47.2% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↑29.9% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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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 24 months — 1,055 total crimes recorded in Maesteg East

Violent Crime
325 30.8%
Shoplifting
215 20.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
173 16.4%
Public Order
106 10%
Criminal Damage & Arson
82 7.8%
Vehicle Crime
48 4.5%
Other Theft
39 3.7%
Burglary
31 2.9%
Other Crime
15 1.4%
Drugs
11 1%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.7%
Robbery
2 0.2%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Maesteg East — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maesteg East safe?

Maesteg East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 31/100, rated Below Average. 596 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Maesteg East has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Maesteg East in the last 12 months?

596 crimes were recorded in Maesteg East in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 29.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (459 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Maesteg East?

The most common crime in Maesteg East is Violent Crime, with 325 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 54.5% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Maesteg East increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Maesteg East is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 29.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Maesteg East?

Maesteg East has a safety score of 31 out of 100 (Below 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 Maesteg East compare to the South Wales Police average?

Maesteg East has a safety score of 31/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Maesteg East 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 Maesteg East?

47.2% of crimes in Maesteg East 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 Maesteg East?

325 violent crimes were recorded in Maesteg East in the last 12 months, representing 54.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 173 incidents.

When was the crime data for Maesteg East last updated?

The crime data for Maesteg East 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 Maesteg East with other areas?

You can compare Maesteg East 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.