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Is Penycae Safe?

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

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 451 crimes
66 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

451 Crimes (last 24 months)
38.4% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓12.1% vs Previous 12 Months

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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 — 451 total crimes recorded in Penycae

Violent Crime
221 49%
Anti-Social Behaviour
78 17.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
63 14%
Public Order
24 5.3%
Other Theft
18 4%
Burglary
13 2.9%
Vehicle Crime
13 2.9%
Other Crime
13 2.9%
Drugs
3 0.7%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.4%
Robbery
1 0.2%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.2%
Theft from Person
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Penycae — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penycae safe?

Penycae has a CrimeRadar safety score of 66/100, rated Safe. 211 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Penycae is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

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

211 crimes were recorded in Penycae in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 12.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (240 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Penycae?

The most common crime in Penycae is Violent Crime, with 221 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 104.7% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Penycae increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Penycae is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 12.1% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Penycae?

Penycae has a safety score of 66 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 Penycae compare to the North Wales Police average?

Penycae has a safety score of 66/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Penycae 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 Penycae?

38.4% of crimes in Penycae 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 Penycae?

221 violent crimes were recorded in Penycae in the last 12 months, representing 104.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 78 incidents.

When was the crime data for Penycae last updated?

The crime data for Penycae 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 Penycae with other areas?

You can compare Penycae 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.