North Wales Police

Is Aberdovey Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 231 crimes
83 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

231 Crimes (last 36 months)
32.5% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓23.7% 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 — 231 total crimes recorded in Aberdovey

Violent Crime
93 40.3%
Anti-Social Behaviour
70 30.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
33 14.3%
Other Theft
14 6.1%
Public Order
12 5.2%
Drugs
4 1.7%
Vehicle Crime
2 0.9%
Burglary
2 0.9%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.4%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aberdovey safe?

Aberdovey has a CrimeRadar safety score of 83/100, rated Safe. 71 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Aberdovey is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

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

71 crimes were recorded in Aberdovey in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 23.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (93 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Aberdovey?

The most common crime in Aberdovey is Violent Crime, with 93 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 131% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Aberdovey increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Aberdovey is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 23.7% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Aberdovey?

Aberdovey has a safety score of 83 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 Aberdovey compare to the North Wales Police average?

Aberdovey has a safety score of 83/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Aberdovey 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 Aberdovey?

32.5% of crimes in Aberdovey 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 Aberdovey?

93 violent crimes were recorded in Aberdovey in the last 12 months, representing 131% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 70 incidents.

When was the crime data for Aberdovey last updated?

The crime data for Aberdovey 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 Aberdovey with other areas?

You can compare Aberdovey 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.