Is Mumbles Safe?
Crime statistics for Mumbles. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 646 total crimes recorded in Mumbles
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Mumbles — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mumbles safe?
Mumbles has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 336 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 8.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Mumbles are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Mumbles in the last 12 months?
336 crimes were recorded in Mumbles 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 8.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (310 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 228 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Mumbles?
The most common crime in Mumbles is Violent Crime, with 228 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 67.9% 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 Mumbles increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Mumbles is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 8.4% — from 310 crimes in the previous 12 months to 336 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 Mumbles?
Mumbles has a safety score of 52 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 Mumbles compare to the South Wales Police average?
Mumbles has a safety score of 52/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 35/100. Mumbles 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 Mumbles?
41.6% of crimes recorded in Mumbles 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 Mumbles?
228 violent crimes were recorded in Mumbles in the last 12 months — representing 67.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 96 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 Mumbles last updated?
The crime data for Mumbles was last updated in May 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 Mumbles with other areas?
You can compare Mumbles 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.