Aberdovey vs Old Colwyn — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Aberdovey

LL35 · Gwynedd

11

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Public order4
  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Anti-social behaviour2

Old Colwyn

LL29 · Conwy

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences83
  • Anti-social behaviour40
  • Shoplifting17

Aberdovey has less crime — 11 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Old Colwyn recorded substantially more crime than Aberdovey in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 11, a 16.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Aberdovey sees higher rates of Public order (4), while Old Colwyn has more Shoplifting (17). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Aberdovey or Old Colwyn safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Aberdovey recorded fewer crimes than Old Colwyn — 11 vs 183 incidents. That is 94% fewer crimes. Aberdovey is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Aberdovey and Old Colwyn?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Aberdovey saw higher rates of Public order while Old Colwyn had more Shoplifting. Overall, Aberdovey recorded fewer total crimes (11 vs 183).

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