Gwent Police

Is Nantyglo Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 1,863 crimes
52 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

1,863 Crimes (last 36 months)
43.7% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓41.7% 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 — 1,863 total crimes recorded in Nantyglo

Violent Crime
611 32.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
426 22.9%
Public Order
223 12%
Shoplifting
196 10.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
161 8.6%
Other Theft
53 2.8%
Vehicle Crime
53 2.8%
Burglary
48 2.6%
Other Crime
42 2.3%
Drugs
21 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
18 1%
Bicycle Theft
5 0.3%
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 52/100, rated Average. 430 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Nantyglo has an average crime level for the UK.

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

430 crimes were recorded in Nantyglo in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 41.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (737 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Nantyglo?

The most common crime in Nantyglo is Violent Crime, with 611 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 142.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Nantyglo increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Nantyglo is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 41.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Nantyglo?

Nantyglo has a safety score of 52 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 52/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 63/100. 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?

43.7% of crimes in Nantyglo 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 Nantyglo?

611 violent crimes were recorded in Nantyglo in the last 12 months, representing 142.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 426 incidents.

When was the crime data for Nantyglo last updated?

The crime data for Nantyglo 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 Nantyglo with other areas?

You can compare Nantyglo 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.