Is Pen-y-Fai Safe?
Crime statistics for Pen-y-Fai. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 465 total crimes recorded in Pen-y-Fai
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Pen-y-Fai — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pen-y-Fai safe?
Pen-y-Fai has a CrimeRadar safety score of 57/100, rated Average. A total of 228 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 103.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Pen-y-Fai are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Pen-y-Fai in the last 12 months?
228 crimes were recorded in Pen-y-Fai 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 103.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (112 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 224 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Pen-y-Fai?
The most common crime in Pen-y-Fai is Violent Crime, with 224 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 98.2% 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 Pen-y-Fai increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Pen-y-Fai is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 103.6% — from 112 crimes in the previous 12 months to 228 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 Pen-y-Fai?
Pen-y-Fai has a safety score of 57 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 Pen-y-Fai compare to the South Wales Police average?
Pen-y-Fai has a safety score of 57/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 35/100. Pen-y-Fai 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 Pen-y-Fai?
28% of crimes recorded in Pen-y-Fai 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 Pen-y-Fai?
224 violent crimes were recorded in Pen-y-Fai in the last 12 months — representing 98.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Pen-y-Fai last updated?
The crime data for Pen-y-Fai 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 Pen-y-Fai with other areas?
You can compare Pen-y-Fai 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.