North Wales Police

Is Pwllheli South Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 480 crimes
73 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

480 Crimes (last 36 months)
34.2% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓6.2% 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 36 months — 480 total crimes recorded in Pwllheli South

Violent Crime
201 41.9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
118 24.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
43 9%
Public Order
27 5.6%
Other Theft
26 5.4%
Drugs
20 4.2%
Other Crime
20 4.2%
Vehicle Crime
8 1.7%
Shoplifting
6 1.3%
Burglary
5 1%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.4%
Robbery
2 0.4%
Theft from Person
1 0.2%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Pwllheli South — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pwllheli South safe?

Pwllheli South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. 136 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Pwllheli South is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Pwllheli South in the last 12 months?

136 crimes were recorded in Pwllheli South in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 6.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (145 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Pwllheli South?

The most common crime in Pwllheli South is Violent Crime, with 201 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 147.8% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Pwllheli South increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Pwllheli South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Pwllheli South?

Pwllheli South has a safety score of 73 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 Pwllheli South compare to the North Wales Police average?

Pwllheli South has a safety score of 73/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Pwllheli South 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 Pwllheli South?

34.2% of crimes in Pwllheli South 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 Pwllheli South?

201 violent crimes were recorded in Pwllheli South in the last 12 months, representing 147.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 118 incidents.

When was the crime data for Pwllheli South last updated?

The crime data for Pwllheli South 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 Pwllheli South with other areas?

You can compare Pwllheli South 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.