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Is Llanidloes Safe?

Crime statistics for Llanidloes. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 435 crimes
59 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

435 Crimes (last 36 months)
33.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑61.5% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 435 total crimes recorded in Llanidloes

Violent Crime
246 56.6%
Anti-Social Behaviour
47 10.8%
Public Order
42 9.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
39 9%
Shoplifting
12 2.8%
Other Theft
12 2.8%
Burglary
10 2.3%
Drugs
9 2.1%
Other Crime
8 1.8%
Vehicle Crime
5 1.1%
Theft from Person
3 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Llanidloes — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Llanidloes safe?

Llanidloes has a CrimeRadar safety score of 59/100, rated Average. 189 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Llanidloes has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Llanidloes in the last 12 months?

189 crimes were recorded in Llanidloes in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 61.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (117 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Llanidloes?

The most common crime in Llanidloes is Violent Crime, with 246 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 130.2% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Llanidloes increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Llanidloes is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 61.5% 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 Llanidloes?

Llanidloes has a safety score of 59 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 Llanidloes compare to the Dyfed-Powys Police average?

Llanidloes has a safety score of 59/100, while the Dyfed-Powys Police force area average is 66/100. Llanidloes 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 Llanidloes?

33.1% of crimes in Llanidloes 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 Llanidloes?

246 violent crimes were recorded in Llanidloes in the last 12 months, representing 130.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 47 incidents.

When was the crime data for Llanidloes last updated?

The crime data for Llanidloes 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 Llanidloes with other areas?

You can compare Llanidloes 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.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.