Is Pencoed and Penprysg Safe?
Crime statistics for Pencoed and Penprysg. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 561 total crimes recorded in Pencoed and Penprysg
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Month-by-month crime totals for Pencoed and Penprysg — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pencoed and Penprysg safe?
Pencoed and Penprysg has a CrimeRadar safety score of 32/100, rated Below Average. A total of 561 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Pencoed and Penprysg are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Pencoed and Penprysg in the last 12 months?
561 crimes were recorded in Pencoed and Penprysg in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 15.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (662 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 263 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Pencoed and Penprysg?
The most common crime in Pencoed and Penprysg is Violent Crime, with 263 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.9% 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 Pencoed and Penprysg increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Pencoed and Penprysg is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.3% — from 662 crimes in the previous 12 months to 561 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Pencoed and Penprysg?
Pencoed and Penprysg 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 Pencoed and Penprysg compare to the South Wales Police average?
Pencoed and Penprysg has a safety score of 32/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Pencoed and Penprysg 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 Pencoed and Penprysg?
14% of crimes recorded in Pencoed and Penprysg 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 Pencoed and Penprysg?
263 violent crimes were recorded in Pencoed and Penprysg in the last 12 months — representing 46.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 67 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 Pencoed and Penprysg last updated?
The crime data for Pencoed and Penprysg 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 Pencoed and Penprysg with other areas?
You can compare Pencoed and Penprysg 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.