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Is Rhiwcynon Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 140 crimes
80 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

140 Crimes (last 36 months)
40.7% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑17% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

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

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 140 total crimes recorded in Rhiwcynon

Violent Crime
79 56.4%
Other Theft
15 10.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
13 9.3%
Burglary
11 7.9%
Public Order
8 5.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
7 5%
Other Crime
5 3.6%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.7%
Vehicle Crime
1 0.7%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rhiwcynon safe?

Rhiwcynon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 80/100, rated Safe. 55 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Rhiwcynon is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

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

55 crimes were recorded in Rhiwcynon in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 17% compared to the previous 12-month period (47 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Rhiwcynon?

The most common crime in Rhiwcynon is Violent Crime, with 79 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 143.6% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Rhiwcynon increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Rhiwcynon is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 17% 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 Rhiwcynon?

Rhiwcynon has a safety score of 80 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Rhiwcynon compare to the Dyfed-Powys Police average?

Rhiwcynon has a safety score of 80/100, while the Dyfed-Powys Police force area average is 66/100. Rhiwcynon is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Rhiwcynon?

40.7% of crimes in Rhiwcynon 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 Rhiwcynon?

79 violent crimes were recorded in Rhiwcynon in the last 12 months, representing 143.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 7 incidents.

When was the crime data for Rhiwcynon last updated?

The crime data for Rhiwcynon 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 Rhiwcynon with other areas?

You can compare Rhiwcynon 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.