Is Plymouth (Merthyr) Safe?
Crime statistics for Plymouth (Merthyr). Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 995 total crimes recorded in Plymouth (Merthyr)
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Plymouth (Merthyr) — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Plymouth (Merthyr) safe?
Plymouth (Merthyr) has a CrimeRadar safety score of 31/100, rated Below Average. 516 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Plymouth (Merthyr) has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Plymouth (Merthyr) in the last 12 months?
516 crimes were recorded in Plymouth (Merthyr) in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 7.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (479 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Plymouth (Merthyr)?
The most common crime in Plymouth (Merthyr) is Violent Crime, with 429 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 83.1% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Plymouth (Merthyr) increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Plymouth (Merthyr) is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 7.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Plymouth (Merthyr)?
Plymouth (Merthyr) has a safety score of 31 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 Plymouth (Merthyr) compare to the South Wales Police average?
Plymouth (Merthyr) has a safety score of 31/100, while the South Wales Police force area average is 42/100. Plymouth (Merthyr) 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 Plymouth (Merthyr)?
43.1% of crimes in Plymouth (Merthyr) resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Plymouth (Merthyr)?
429 violent crimes were recorded in Plymouth (Merthyr) in the last 12 months, representing 83.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 113 incidents.
When was the crime data for Plymouth (Merthyr) last updated?
The crime data for Plymouth (Merthyr) was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Plymouth (Merthyr) with other areas?
You can compare Plymouth (Merthyr) with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.