Is Ogmore Vale Safe?
Crime statistics for Ogmore Vale. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 207 total crimes recorded in Ogmore Vale
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ogmore Vale — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ogmore Vale safe?
Ogmore Vale has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 207 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 20.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Ogmore Vale are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Ogmore Vale in the last 12 months?
207 crimes were recorded in Ogmore Vale 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 20.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (172 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 113 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ogmore Vale?
The most common crime in Ogmore Vale is Violent Crime, with 113 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 54.6% 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 Ogmore Vale increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ogmore Vale is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 20.4% — from 172 crimes in the previous 12 months to 207 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 Ogmore Vale?
Ogmore Vale has a safety score of 58 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 Ogmore Vale compare to the South Wales Police average?
Ogmore Vale has a safety score of 58/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Ogmore Vale 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 Ogmore Vale?
0% of crimes recorded in Ogmore Vale 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 Ogmore Vale?
113 violent crimes were recorded in Ogmore Vale in the last 12 months — representing 54.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 22 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 Ogmore Vale last updated?
The crime data for Ogmore Vale 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 Ogmore Vale with other areas?
You can compare Ogmore Vale 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.