Is CF23 Safe?
Cardiff, Cardiff
Data: 2025-05 to 2026-04 · Source: data.police.uk
CF23 recorded 162 burglaries in the last 12 months. Burglary here is 17% below the UK average. A good alarm system helps keep it that way.
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Below average crime
CF23 has 17% fewer burglaries per 1,000 residents than the UK average.
Burglaries (12 months)
162
2.81 per 1,000 residents
UK average (per 1,000)
3.4
England & Wales
Total crimes (12 months)
4,219
73.3 per 1,000 residents
Monthly burglary trend
2025-05 to 2026-04
Property types in CF23
Source: Census 2021 · 22,834 households
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What this means for CF23 homeowners
Most homes in CF23 are semi-detached, which influences where a burglar is most likely to try. Based on the local burglary rate and property mix, homeowners here may want to prioritise:
- A visible external bell box to deter opportunists
- Door contacts on all main entry doors
- Window sensors on accessible ground-floor and rear windows
- Smart motion detection for hallways and main living areas
- A video doorbell or CCTV on entry points
- App alerts so you know the moment a sensor is triggered
Neighbourhood crime detail
CF23 sits within Penylan. For a detailed breakdown of crime by type and month, see the full neighbourhood report.
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Get My Free QuotesCrime data from data.police.uk. Population and household data from Census 2021. Data covers 2025-05 to 2026-04.