Crime Rate in Lisvane and Thornhill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lisvane and Thornhill

The total recorded crimes in Lisvane and Thornhill, Cardiff, UK in July 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lisvane and Thornhill crime rate of 1.39 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 Lisvane and Thornhill, encompassing approximately 19,486 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Lisvane and Thornhill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thornhill Road with total crimes: 3
  • Dderwen Deg with total crimes: 2
  • Cotswold Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Lisvane and Thornhill?

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

  • Relative to Cardiff:

    • In 2024, Lisvane and Thornhill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cardiff average, with 355 crimes compared to 1964.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lisvane and Thornhill recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.

    • In 2023, Lisvane and Thornhill had fewer crimes than the Cardiff average, with 300 crimes compared to 1,793. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Lisvane and Thornhill recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cardiff, Lisvane and Thornhill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Lisvane and Thornhill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Lisvane and Thornhill has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 1.39 ranking 27th out of 27 in the Cardiff, UK

In 2024, the total Lisvane and Thornhill crimes were 355. The crime rate of Lisvane and Thornhill in 2024 was 18.22 (year) or 1.52 (month) ranking it 27 dangerous area in the Cardiff.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lisvane and Thornhill were around 300 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.40 (year) or 1.28 (month) ranking 27 most dangerous area in the Cardiff.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lisvane and Thornhill)CrimesRank (Lisvane and Thornhill)CrimesRank (Lisvane and Thornhill)
Cathays584 19,209 15,953 1
Adamsdown448 25,058 35,023 2
Butetown382 35,530 25,000 3
Grangetown199 72,896 42,794 4
Riverside227 42,656 62,575 6
Plasnewydd214 52,817 52,705 5
Penylan211 62,530 72,426 7
Ely150 92,068 102,180 8
Trowbridge187 82,275 81,912 11
Splott143 111,831 112,040 9
Canton146 102,170 91,707 12
Caerau136 121,823 121,998 10
Fairwater94 171,591 131,638 13
Llanrumney118 131,472 141,444 15
Pentwyn110 141,471 151,461 14
Whitchurch and Tongwynlais103 151,249 161,227 16
Llanishen100 161,079 17970 18
Heath85 181,035 181,143 17
Llandaff North82 19830 22907 19
Pontprennau and Old St Mellons80 201,006 19783 22
Gabalfa79 21839 21901 20
Rumney65 22840 20787 21
Cyncoed49 23692 23698 23
Pentyrch and St Fagans44 24530 24504 24
Llandaff38 26491 25473 25
Rhiwbina39 25400 26419 26
Radyr21 28261 28247 28

Lisvane and Thornhill 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 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 109 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20255
May 202512
April 20256
March 202510
February 20256
January 20258
December 20248
November 20249
October 202417
September 20247
August 20249

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20249

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251

A total of 36 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20257
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20245
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 32 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20259
April 20252
March 20253
February 20259
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
March 20253
February 20253
November 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20256
February 20256
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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
August 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Lisvane and Thornhill in July 2025

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

1. Thornhill Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Dderwen Deg (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Cotswold Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Millfield (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Edgehill Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Cornfield Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Mayflower Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Deganwy Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Angelica Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Lowfield Drive (Map)
Total1
Robbery1

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