North Wales Police

Is Pentre Mawr Safe?

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

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 980 crimes
51 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

980 Crimes (last 24 months)
40.8% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓20.2% 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 24 months — 980 total crimes recorded in Pentre Mawr

Violent Crime
398 40.6%
Anti-Social Behaviour
175 17.9%
Criminal Damage & Arson
91 9.3%
Shoplifting
77 7.9%
Other Theft
74 7.6%
Public Order
74 7.6%
Vehicle Crime
32 3.3%
Burglary
21 2.1%
Other Crime
14 1.4%
Drugs
11 1.1%
Possession of Weapons
7 0.7%
Bicycle Theft
3 0.3%
Robbery
2 0.2%
Theft from Person
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Pentre Mawr — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pentre Mawr safe?

Pentre Mawr has a CrimeRadar safety score of 51/100, rated Average. 435 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Pentre Mawr has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Pentre Mawr in the last 12 months?

435 crimes were recorded in Pentre Mawr in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 20.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (545 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Pentre Mawr?

The most common crime in Pentre Mawr is Violent Crime, with 398 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 91.5% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Pentre Mawr increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Pentre Mawr is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 20.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Pentre Mawr?

Pentre Mawr has a safety score of 51 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 Pentre Mawr compare to the North Wales Police average?

Pentre Mawr has a safety score of 51/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Pentre Mawr 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 Pentre Mawr?

40.8% of crimes in Pentre Mawr 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 Pentre Mawr?

398 violent crimes were recorded in Pentre Mawr in the last 12 months, representing 91.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 175 incidents.

When was the crime data for Pentre Mawr last updated?

The crime data for Pentre Mawr 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 Pentre Mawr with other areas?

You can compare Pentre Mawr 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.