Crime Rate in Penmaen: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Penmaen

The total recorded crimes in Penmaen, Caerphilly, UK in August 2025 are around 19 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Penmaen crime rate of 4.07 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Penmaen, encompassing approximately 4,667 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Aug were:

  • Burglary: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-69.23% decrease)
Penmaen Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Foxes Lane with total crimes: 3
  • St David'S Avenue with total crimes: 3
  • Cae'R Hen Dŷ with total crimes: 2

How safe is Penmaen?

To understand the safety of Penmaen, we need to analyze Penmaen crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Caerphilly:

    • In 2024, Penmaen demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 313 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Penmaen recorded fewer crimes than 27 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.

    • In 2023, Penmaen had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 303 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Penmaen recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Penmaen has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Penmaen Crime Statstics

In August 2025 the Penmaen has recorded 19 crimes with crime rate of 4.07 ranking 29th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK

In 2024, the total Penmaen crimes were 313. The crime rate of Penmaen in 2024 was 67.06 (year) or 5.59 (month) ranking it 28 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.

In 2023, the total crimes in Penmaen were around 303 crimes with yearly crime rate of 64.91 (year) or 5.41 (month) ranking 27 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.

AreaAugust 202520242023
CrimesRank (Penmaen)CrimesRank (Penmaen)CrimesRank (Penmaen)
Aberbargoed and Bargoed150 11,362 21,358 1
Blackwood120 21,417 11,169 2
Penyrheol95 41,103 4949 3
Crumlin108 31,174 3803 6
St Cattwg78 6898 8871 4
Morgan Jones66 111,003 6847 5
St Martins66 121,008 5730 8
Pontllanfraith80 5697 14631 12
Cefn Fforest and Pengam46 20937 7763 7
Hengoed77 7687 17626 15
Aber Valley75 8688 16515 21
Risca West59 15780 10697 9
Van50 19791 9575 18
Twyn Carno74 9675 18679 10
Ystrad Mynach69 10761 12627 14
New Tredegar53 17657 20670 11
Maesycwmmer54 16771 11630 13
Risca East41 22718 13557 19
Bedwas and Trethomas63 13643 21579 17
Newbridge62 14693 15523 20
Moriah and Pontlottyn27 28658 19597 16
Machen and Rudry53 18431 24410 24
Abercarn45 21564 22473 22
Llanbradach33 25462 23413 23
Crosskeys41 23347 27342 25
Nelson38 24394 26296 28
Ynysddu33 26402 25332 26
Argoed28 27264 29211 29
Gilfach19 30157 31190 30
Darran Valley15 31213 30167 31

Penmaen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (4 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20253
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20254
July 20252

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20254
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255

A total of 71 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 11.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20254
July 202513
June 202513
May 202512
April 20258
March 202521

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20252
July 20254
June 20253
May 202511
April 20254
March 20257

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20251
July 20253
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20252

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 6 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

High Crime Locations Penmaen in August 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Penmaen postcode area is presented below.

1. Foxes Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. St David'S Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Cae'R Hen Dŷ (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Penmaen Estate (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
5. Penywaun Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. The Elms (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Cae'R Garreg (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Cae Garw (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Farm Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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