Crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam: statistics, rates and trends
833 crimes were recorded in Cefn Fforest and Pengam in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.6 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam at a glance
- Crime trends in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- Types of crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- Cefn Fforest and Pengam compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- What happened after crimes were reported in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- Population and deprivation in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- Questions about crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
- About this data
833 crimes were recorded in Cefn Fforest and Pengam in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.6 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 324 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Cefn Fforest and Pengam has the 958th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Cefn Fforest and Pengam | Caerphilly | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 833 | 18,746 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 112.6 | 106.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +0% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,401 | 176,865 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam was highest in the year to July 2021 (936 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (664). Over the whole period it rose 4%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 833 | 112.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 831 | 112.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 875 | 118.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 664 | 89.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 677 | 91.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 936 | 126.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 928 | 125.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 798 | 107.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 798 | 107.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 82 |
| June 2026 | 75 |
| May 2026 | 66 |
| April 2026 | 78 |
| March 2026 | 71 |
| February 2026 | 62 |
| January 2026 | 83 |
| December 2025 | 78 |
| November 2025 | 60 |
| October 2025 | 58 |
| September 2025 | 74 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Cefn Fforest and Pengam over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, criminal damage and arson, public order.
The largest increases were in other crime (+52%) and burglary (+36%). The largest falls were in other theft (-16%) and violence and sexual offences (-15%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 324 | 43.8 | 1.28 | -15% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 129 | 17.4 | 1.14 | -10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 100 | 13.5 | 1.99 | +30% |
| Public order | 86 | 11.6 | 1.75 | -15% |
| Vehicle crime | 50 | 6.8 | 1.37 | +212% |
| Other crime | 35 | 4.7 | 2.24 | +52% |
| Burglary | 30 | 4.1 | 1.15 | +36% |
| Other theft | 27 | 3.6 | 0.57 | -16% |
| Drugs | 21 | 2.8 | 0.87 | +110% |
| Possession of weapons | 16 | 2.2 | 2.23 | +300% |
| Shoplifting | 11 | 1.5 | 0.18 | -31% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.3 | 0.33 | n/a |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.3 | 0.20 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 324 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (43.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 38.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 15.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 12.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 212% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 110% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Cefn Fforest and Pengam
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Cefn Fforest and Pengam, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Cefn Fforest and Pengam.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Cefn Fforest and Pengam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood | 1,203 | 147.9 | +31% |
| St Cattwg | 607 | 82.8 | -26% |
| Hengoed | 441 | 79.0 | -30% |
| Pontllanfraith | 864 | 103.8 | -8% |
| Penmaen | 336 | 58.8 | -48% |
| Aberbargoed and Bargoed | 1,333 | 132.3 | +18% |
| Ystrad Mynach | 836 | 148.3 | +32% |
| Newbridge | 646 | 103.2 | -8% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Cefn Fforest and Pengam over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Twyn Gardens | 60 |
| On or near High Street | 35 |
| On or near Clos Ceirw | 34 |
| On or near Tynycoed Crescent | 32 |
| On or near Bedwellty Road | 31 |
| On or near Ty-Isha Terrace | 29 |
| On or near Hillcrest Close | 27 |
| On or near Pencoed Avenue | 26 |
| On or near Davies Street | 25 |
| On or near Marianwen Street | 23 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Cefn Fforest and Pengam over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 322 | 38.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 148 | 17.8% |
| Not recorded | 129 | 15.5% |
| Under investigation | 117 | 14.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 42 | 5.0% |
| Local resolution | 31 | 3.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 2.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 1.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.2% |
Cefn Fforest and Pengam has an estimated population of 7,401. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Cefn Fforest and Pengam sits in decile 3.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Cefn Fforest and Pengam |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 61.6% |
| Social rented homes | 26.4% |
| Private rented homes | 11.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.0 |
Is Cefn Fforest and Pengam a safe place to live?
Cefn Fforest and Pengam recorded 112.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 324 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (129).
Is crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam going up or down?
Recorded crime in Cefn Fforest and Pengam was almost unchanged on the year before: 833 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 831 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Cefn Fforest and Pengam?
Cefn Fforest and Pengam is policed by Gwent. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Cefn Fforest and Pengam. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.