Crime Rate in Plymouth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plymouth

The total recorded crimes in Plymouth, Merthyr Tydfil, UK in March 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plymouth crime rate of 4.86 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 Plymouth, encompassing approximately 9,049 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Plymouth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Greenfield Gardens with total crimes: 7
  • Llys Waunwyltt with total crimes: 3
  • Morlais Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Plymouth?

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

  • Relative to Merthyr Tydfil:

    • In 2024, Plymouth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Merthyr Tydfil average, with 514 crimes compared to 668.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Plymouth had fewer crimes than the Merthyr Tydfil average, with 493 crimes compared to 650. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Plymouth recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 10 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Merthyr Tydfil, Plymouth has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Plymouth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Plymouth has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 4.86 ranking 7th out of 10 in the Merthyr Tydfil, UK

In 2024, the total Plymouth crimes were 514. The crime rate of Plymouth in 2024 was 56.80 (year) or 4.73 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Merthyr Tydfil.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plymouth were around 493 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.48 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Merthyr Tydfil.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Merthyr Tydfil)CrimesRank (Merthyr Tydfil)CrimesRank (Merthyr Tydfil)
Town95 11,558 11,383 1
Gurnos91 2896 2943 2
Cyfarthfa82 3889 3916 3
Park59 5789 5836 4
Dowlais and Pant64 4797 4776 5
Treharris31 9424 8501 6
Penydarren55 6479 7470 8
Vaynor35 8313 10271 11
Bedlinog and Trelewis29 11311 11280 9
Merthyr Vale29 10380 9278 10

Plymouth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
November 20247
October 20245
August 20246
June 202412
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 49 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 202512
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20246
July 20241
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202528
January 202521
December 202416
November 202414
October 202414
September 202419
August 202412
July 202418
June 202434
May 202416
April 202414

A total of 73 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 202422
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 56 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20248
September 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 202412
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20242

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Plymouth in March 2025

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

1. Greenfield Gardens (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
2. Llys Waunwyltt (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Morlais Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Church View (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Elm Street (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Maestaf Street (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Clos Sant Iago (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
9. Chapel Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Canal Side (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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