Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
LL35 · Gwynedd
6
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
LL42 · Gwynedd
25
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Aberdovey has less crime — 6 vs 25 incidents in February 2026.
Barmouth recorded substantially more crime than Aberdovey in February 2026 — 25 incidents compared to 6, a 4.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdovey sees higher rates of Public order (1), while Barmouth has more Criminal damage & arson (3). 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 Barmouth — 6 vs 25 incidents. That is 76% 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 Public order while Barmouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Aberdovey recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 25).