Safest Areas in Wrexham 2026

Based on April 2026 Police data, Gresford (LL12) recorded the lowest crime rate in Wrexham, with 33 incidents. At the other end of the scale, Ruabon (LL14) recorded 119 crimes in the same period — more than 3x the crime count of the safest area. Notably, all 4 postcode areas analysed in Wrexham recorded fewer than 150 crimes — below the national average. Even in the safest area, anti-social behaviour is the most commonly recorded crime type.

Top 20 Safest Areas

1
Anti-social behaviour
33
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
96
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
96
crimes
4
Ruabon LL14
Violence & sexual offences
119
crimes

20 Areas with Highest Crime

1
Ruabon LL14
Violence & sexual offences
119
crimes
2
Violence & sexual offences
96
crimes
3
Violence & sexual offences
96
crimes
4
Anti-social behaviour
33
crimes

Frequently asked questions

What is the safest area in Wrexham?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Gresford (LL12) is the safest area in Wrexham, recording 33 crimes — 62% fewer than the average across the 4 areas analysed. Anti-social behaviour was the most common crime type even in this safest area.

What is the most dangerous area in Wrexham?

Ruabon (LL14) recorded the most crime in Wrexham in April 2026, with 119 incidents. Violence & sexual offences was the dominant crime type. Full 24-month trend reports for this area are available from £4.99.

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