Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LL35 · Gwynedd
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LL23 · Gwynedd
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Aberdovey has less crime — 6 vs 19 incidents in February 2026.
Bala recorded substantially more crime than Aberdovey in February 2026 — 19 incidents compared to 6, a 3.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdovey sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Public order (1), while Bala has more Criminal damage & arson (3) and Burglary (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Aberdovey recorded fewer crimes than Bala — 6 vs 19 incidents. That is 68% fewer crimes. Aberdovey is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Aberdovey saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Bala had more Criminal damage & arson and Burglary. Overall, Aberdovey recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 19).