Is Betws-y-Coed Safe?
Crime statistics for Betws-y-Coed. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 307 total crimes recorded in Betws-y-Coed
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Betws-y-Coed safe?
Betws-y-Coed has a CrimeRadar safety score of 76/100, rated Safe. 103 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Betws-y-Coed is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Betws-y-Coed in the last 12 months?
103 crimes were recorded in Betws-y-Coed in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 9.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (94 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Betws-y-Coed?
The most common crime in Betws-y-Coed is Violent Crime, with 92 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 89.3% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Betws-y-Coed increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Betws-y-Coed is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 9.6% 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 Betws-y-Coed?
Betws-y-Coed has a safety score of 76 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 Betws-y-Coed compare to the North Wales Police average?
Betws-y-Coed has a safety score of 76/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed?
49.2% of crimes in Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed?
92 violent crimes were recorded in Betws-y-Coed in the last 12 months, representing 89.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 70 incidents.
When was the crime data for Betws-y-Coed last updated?
The crime data for Betws-y-Coed 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 Betws-y-Coed with other areas?
You can compare Betws-y-Coed 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.