Is Pen-y-graig Safe?
Crime statistics for Pen-y-graig. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 525 total crimes recorded in Pen-y-graig
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Pen-y-graig — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pen-y-graig safe?
Pen-y-graig has a CrimeRadar safety score of 32/100, rated Below Average. A total of 525 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 9.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Pen-y-graig are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Pen-y-graig in the last 12 months?
525 crimes were recorded in Pen-y-graig 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 9.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (481 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 256 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Pen-y-graig?
The most common crime in Pen-y-graig is Violent Crime, with 256 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.8% 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-graig increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Pen-y-graig is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 9.2% — from 481 crimes in the previous 12 months to 525 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-graig?
Pen-y-graig has a safety score of 32 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 Pen-y-graig compare to the South Wales Police average?
Pen-y-graig has a safety score of 32/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Pen-y-graig 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 Pen-y-graig?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Pen-y-graig 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-graig?
256 violent crimes were recorded in Pen-y-graig in the last 12 months — representing 48.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 51 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-graig last updated?
The crime data for Pen-y-graig 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 Pen-y-graig with other areas?
You can compare Pen-y-graig 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.