Gresford vs Harlech — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Gresford

LL12 · Wrexham

25

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Harlech

LL46 · Gwynedd

10

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Criminal damage & arson2

Harlech has less crime — 10 vs 25 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Gresford recorded substantially more crime than Harlech in February 2026 — 25 incidents compared to 10, a 2.5x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Gresford or Harlech safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Harlech recorded fewer crimes than Gresford — 10 vs 25 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Harlech is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Gresford and Harlech?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Gresford recorded 16 incidents of this type vs 5 in Harlech. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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