Crime Rate in Penmaen: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Penmaen

The total recorded crimes in Penmaen, Caerphilly, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Penmaen crime rate of 5.36 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Penmaen Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oakdale Terrace with total crimes: 4
  • Foxes Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Farm Close 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 July 2025 the Penmaen has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 5.36 ranking 26th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Penmaen)CrimesRank (Penmaen)CrimesRank (Penmaen)
Aberbargoed and Bargoed148 11,362 21,358 1
Blackwood109 21,417 11,169 2
Penyrheol86 51,103 4949 3
Crumlin91 31,174 3803 6
St Cattwg72 10898 8871 4
St Martins87 41,008 5730 8
Morgan Jones82 61,003 6847 5
Cefn Fforest and Pengam70 11937 7763 7
Newbridge80 7693 15523 20
Aber Valley74 8688 16515 21
Risca West65 14780 10697 9
Van61 17791 9575 18
Twyn Carno73 9675 18679 10
New Tredegar41 22657 20670 11
Maesycwmmer33 23771 11630 13
Pontllanfraith63 16697 14631 12
Ystrad Mynach63 15761 12627 14
Hengoed67 12687 17626 15
Risca East66 13718 13557 19
Moriah and Pontlottyn60 18658 19597 16
Bedwas and Trethomas55 19643 21579 17
Ynysddu46 20402 25332 26
Machen and Rudry43 21431 24410 24
Abercarn32 25564 22473 22
Llanbradach33 24462 23413 23
Crosskeys20 29347 27342 25
Nelson23 27394 26296 28
Argoed22 28264 29211 29
Gilfach10 31157 31190 30
Darran Valley13 30213 30167 31

Penmaen Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 142 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 12.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202513
May 202512
April 20258
March 202521
January 202510
December 202412
November 202418
October 20249
September 202414
August 202412

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20252
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 48 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 202511
April 20254
March 20257
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20243
October 20245
August 20242

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20255
December 20242
November 20248
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 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
January 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Penmaen in July 2025

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

1. Oakdale Terrace (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Foxes Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
3. Farm Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Y Cedrwydden (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Penywaun Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Syr Dafydd Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Priorsgate (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Cae'R Delyn (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cae Garw (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ashville (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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