North Wales Police

Is Betws yn Rhos Safe?

Crime statistics for Betws yn Rhos. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 102 crimes
74 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

102 Crimes (last 12 months)
28.6% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑13.3% 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 12 months — 102 total crimes recorded in Betws yn Rhos

Violent Crime
57 55.9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
16 15.7%
Other Theft
9 8.8%
Criminal Damage & Arson
8 7.8%
Public Order
5 4.9%
Burglary
3 2.9%
Drugs
2 2%
Vehicle Crime
1 1%
Other Crime
1 1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Betws yn Rhos — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Betws yn Rhos safe?

Betws yn Rhos has a CrimeRadar safety score of 74/100, rated Safe. A total of 102 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 13.3% compared to the previous year. Betws yn Rhos is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Betws yn Rhos in the last 12 months?

102 crimes were recorded in Betws yn Rhos in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 13.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (90 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 57 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Betws yn Rhos?

The most common crime in Betws yn Rhos is Violent Crime, with 57 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 55.9% 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 Betws yn Rhos increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Betws yn Rhos is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 13.3% — from 90 crimes in the previous 12 months to 102 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.

What is the safety score for Betws yn Rhos?

Betws yn Rhos has a safety score of 74 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 yn Rhos compare to the North Wales Police average?

Betws yn Rhos has a safety score of 74/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Betws yn Rhos 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 yn Rhos?

28.6% of crimes recorded in Betws yn Rhos 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 North Wales 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 Betws yn Rhos?

57 violent crimes were recorded in Betws yn Rhos in the last 12 months — representing 55.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 16 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 Betws yn Rhos last updated?

The crime data for Betws yn Rhos was last updated in January 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 Betws yn Rhos with other areas?

You can compare Betws yn Rhos 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: January 2026.