Crime Rate in Llandaff North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Llandaff North

The total recorded crimes in Llandaff North, Cardiff, UK in July 2025 are around 82 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Llandaff North crime rate of 3.70 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 Llandaff North, encompassing approximately 22,145 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (114.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-13.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (13) incidents (-7.14% decrease)
Llandaff North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Western Avenue North with total crimes: 9
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 8
  • Llanidloes Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Llandaff North?

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

  • Relative to Cardiff:

    • In 2024, Llandaff North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cardiff average, with 830 crimes compared to 1964.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Llandaff North recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.

    • In 2023, Llandaff North had fewer crimes than the Cardiff average, with 907 crimes compared to 1,793. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Llandaff North recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 27 other areas in the Cardiff.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Llandaff North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Llandaff North has recorded 82 crimes with crime rate of 3.70 ranking 19th out of 27 in the Cardiff, UK

In 2024, the total Llandaff North crimes were 830. The crime rate of Llandaff North in 2024 was 37.48 (year) or 3.12 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Cardiff.

In 2023, the total crimes in Llandaff North were around 907 crimes with yearly crime rate of 40.96 (year) or 3.41 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Cardiff.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Llandaff North)CrimesRank (Llandaff North)CrimesRank (Llandaff North)
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
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
Lisvane and Thornhill27 27355 27300 27
Radyr21 28261 28247 28

Llandaff North 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 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (15 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (21 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Bicycle theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 242 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202530
June 202514
May 202519
April 202529
March 202526
February 202517
January 202514
December 202418
November 202427
October 202418
September 202417
August 202413

A total of 127 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202515
May 202517
April 202516
March 202510
February 20258
January 20257
December 20245
November 20243
October 202410
September 202410
August 202413

A total of 93 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202514
May 202510
April 20259
March 20258
February 20256
January 20256
December 20242
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 49 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20257
January 20259
December 20243
November 20241
October 20248
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 72 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 202515
April 20257
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20247
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20256
December 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 77 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20254
April 20251
March 20254
February 20255
January 202521
December 20249
November 20244
October 20249
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
January 20251
December 20246
November 20245
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20256
August 20241

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Llandaff North in July 2025

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

1. Western Avenue North (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Robbery1
3. Llanidloes Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
4. Clyro Place (Map)
Total4
Public order4
5. Colwinstone Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Heol Amlwch (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Clos Corris (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Lydstep Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Aberbran Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Waterston Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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