Crime Rate in Pentyrch and St Fagans: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pentyrch and St Fagans

The total recorded crimes in Pentyrch and St Fagans, Cardiff, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pentyrch and St Fagans crime rate of 20.31 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 Pentyrch and St Fagans, encompassing approximately 2,658 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (64.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (6) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Pentyrch and St Fagans Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6
  • Pentrebane Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Llys Illtern with total crimes: 4

How safe is Pentyrch and St Fagans?

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

  • Relative to Cardiff:

    • In 2024, Pentyrch and St Fagans demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cardiff average, with 530 crimes compared to 1964.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Pentyrch and St Fagans recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 27 other cities.

    • In 2023, Pentyrch and St Fagans had fewer crimes than the Cardiff average, with 504 crimes compared to 1,793. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pentyrch and St Fagans recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 27 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cardiff, Pentyrch and St Fagans has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Pentyrch and St Fagans Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Pentyrch and St Fagans has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 20.31 ranking 22th out of 27 in the Cardiff, UK

In 2024, the total Pentyrch and St Fagans crimes were 530. The crime rate of Pentyrch and St Fagans in 2024 was 199.38 (year) or 16.62 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Cardiff.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pentyrch and St Fagans were around 504 crimes with yearly crime rate of 189.60 (year) or 15.80 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the Cardiff.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cardiff)CrimesRank (Cardiff)CrimesRank (Cardiff)
Cathays642 19,209 15,953 1
Adamsdown410 25,058 35,023 2
Butetown388 35,530 25,000 3
Grangetown245 42,896 42,794 4
Plasnewydd185 92,817 52,705 5
Riverside237 52,656 62,575 6
Penylan209 62,530 72,426 7
Ely197 72,068 102,180 8
Trowbridge185 82,275 81,912 11
Splott156 121,831 112,040 9
Canton163 112,170 91,707 12
Caerau177 101,823 121,998 10
Fairwater112 161,591 131,638 13
Pentwyn146 131,471 151,461 14
Llanrumney116 141,472 141,444 15
Whitchurch and Tongwynlais112 151,249 161,227 16
Heath111 171,035 181,143 17
Llanishen98 181,079 17970 18
Llandaff North64 20830 22907 19
Pontprennau and Old St Mellons85 191,006 19783 22
Gabalfa64 21839 21901 20
Rumney52 24840 20787 21
Cyncoed52 23692 23698 23
Llandaff31 27491 25473 25
Rhiwbina41 25400 26419 26
Lisvane and Thornhill32 26355 27300 27
Radyr11 28261 28247 28

Pentyrch and St Fagans Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 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 (12 incidents).

July 2024 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 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 65 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20241
October 20246
September 20244
August 202411
July 202411
June 202410
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 202414
May 20243

A total of 197 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202514
January 202516
December 202416
November 202415
October 202413
September 202416
August 202412
July 202412
June 202432
May 202412
April 202416

A total of 97 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202512
January 20258
December 20241
November 202413
October 20245
September 20241
August 202413
July 202410
June 202412
May 202410
April 20243

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202412
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
April 20244

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 202510
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
August 20241

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

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

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244
April 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Pentyrch and St Fagans in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Pentyrch and St Fagans postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Drugs4
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Pentrebane Drive (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Llys Illtern (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
4. South Glade (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Falconwood Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Michaelston Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Trem Y Coed (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Castle Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Llantrisant Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
10. Heol Danyrodyn (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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