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 May 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pentyrch and St Fagans crime rate of 16.55 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (46.15% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (-55.56% decrease)
Pentyrch and St Fagans Crime Hotspots

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

  • Falconwood Drive with total crimes: 7
  • Castle Hill with total crimes: 3
  • Michaelston Road with total crimes: 2

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 areas in the Cardiff.

    • 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 areas in the Cardiff.

  • 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 May 2025 the Pentyrch and St Fagans has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 16.55 ranking 25th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pentyrch and St Fagans)CrimesRank (Pentyrch and St Fagans)CrimesRank (Pentyrch and St Fagans)
Cathays601 19,209 15,953 1
Adamsdown381 25,058 35,023 2
Butetown328 35,530 25,000 3
Grangetown232 52,896 42,794 4
Penylan235 42,530 72,426 7
Plasnewydd169 102,817 52,705 5
Riverside178 82,656 62,575 6
Trowbridge206 62,275 81,912 11
Canton180 72,170 91,707 12
Ely173 92,068 102,180 8
Splott140 111,831 112,040 9
Caerau119 131,823 121,998 10
Llanrumney128 121,472 141,444 15
Fairwater106 171,591 131,638 13
Pentwyn117 151,471 151,461 14
Whitchurch and Tongwynlais118 141,249 161,227 16
Pontprennau and Old St Mellons108 161,006 19783 22
Heath83 201,035 181,143 17
Llanishen93 181,079 17970 18
Llandaff North87 19830 22907 19
Gabalfa80 21839 21901 20
Rumney59 22840 20787 21
Cyncoed50 24692 23698 23
Llandaff50 23491 25473 25
Rhiwbina38 27400 26419 26
Lisvane and Thornhill39 26355 27300 27
Radyr30 28261 28247 28

Pentyrch and St Fagans Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
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 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20244

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20253
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20241
October 20246
September 20244
August 202411
July 202411
June 202410
May 20246

A total of 213 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202513
March 202523
February 202514
January 202516
December 202416
November 202415
October 202413
September 202416
August 202412
July 202412
June 202432
May 202412

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20254
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 120 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.23 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 202518
March 20259
February 202512
January 20258
December 20241
November 202413
October 20245
September 20241
August 202413
July 202410
June 202412
May 202410

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.71 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20256
February 202510
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 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

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Pentyrch and St Fagans in May 2025

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

1. Falconwood Drive (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Castle Hill (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
3. Michaelston Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Trem Y Coed (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Vervain Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Bronllwyn (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Llys Illtern (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
9. Llys Tripp (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Ffordd-Y-Barcer (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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