Gwent Police

Is Nantyglo Safe?

Crime statistics for Nantyglo. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 36 months: April 2023 – March 2026 1,760 crimes
62 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

1,760 Crimes (last 36 months)
44.1% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓56% 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 — 1,760 total crimes recorded in Nantyglo

Violent Crime
581 33%
Anti-Social Behaviour
392 22.3%
Public Order
203 11.5%
Shoplifting
192 10.9%
Criminal Damage & Arson
158 9%
Vehicle Crime
51 2.9%
Other Theft
48 2.7%
Burglary
47 2.7%
Other Crime
41 2.3%
Drugs
20 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
17 1%
Bicycle Theft
4 0.2%
Theft from Person
4 0.2%
Robbery
2 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nantyglo safe?

Nantyglo has a CrimeRadar safety score of 62/100, rated Average. A total of 317 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 56% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Nantyglo are broadly in line with the UK average.

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

317 crimes were recorded in Nantyglo 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 56% compared to the previous 12-month period (721 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 581 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Nantyglo?

The most common crime in Nantyglo is Violent Crime, with 581 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 183.3% 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 Nantyglo increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Nantyglo is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 56% — from 721 crimes in the previous 12 months to 317 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Nantyglo?

Nantyglo has a safety score of 62 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 Nantyglo compare to the Gwent Police average?

Nantyglo has a safety score of 62/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 70/100. Nantyglo 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 Nantyglo?

44.1% of crimes recorded in Nantyglo 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 Gwent 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 Nantyglo?

581 violent crimes were recorded in Nantyglo in the last 12 months — representing 183.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 392 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 Nantyglo last updated?

The crime data for Nantyglo was last updated in March 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 Nantyglo with other areas?

You can compare Nantyglo 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.

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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: March 2026.