Is Newtown - Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Newtown - Central. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 562 total crimes recorded in Newtown - Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Newtown - Central — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newtown - Central safe?
Newtown - Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 23/100, rated High Crime. 562 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Newtown - Central has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Newtown - Central in the last 12 months?
562 crimes were recorded in Newtown - Central in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 2.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (546 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Newtown - Central?
The most common crime in Newtown - Central is Violent Crime, with 306 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 54.4% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Newtown - Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Newtown - Central is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 2.9% 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 Newtown - Central?
Newtown - Central has a safety score of 23 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Newtown - Central compare to the Dyfed-Powys Police average?
Newtown - Central has a safety score of 23/100, while the Dyfed-Powys Police force area average is 66/100. Newtown - Central 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 Newtown - Central?
16.3% of crimes in Newtown - Central 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 Newtown - Central?
306 violent crimes were recorded in Newtown - Central in the last 12 months, representing 54.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 39 incidents.
When was the crime data for Newtown - Central last updated?
The crime data for Newtown - Central 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 Newtown - Central with other areas?
You can compare Newtown - Central 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.