Is Cardiff University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
Cardiff University: safety score 50/100 (grade C), ranked #64 of 127 in the UK — data through 2026-07.
50/100
Grade: C · #64 of 127 in the UK
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of Cardiff University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09 | 339 | 349 | 414 | 1102 |
| 2025-10 | 374 | 388 | 497 | 1259 |
| 2025-11 | 384 | 426 | 420 | 1230 |
| 2025-12 | 339 | 314 | 323 | 976 |
| 2026-01 | 341 | 299 | 397 | 1037 |
| 2026-02 | 321 | 311 | 369 | 1001 |
| 2026-03 | 368 | 344 | 391 | 1103 |
| 2026-04 | 346 | 338 | 445 | 1129 |
| 2026-05 | 471 | 382 | 458 | 1311 |
| 2026-06 | 419 | 363 | 508 | 1290 |
| 2026-07 | 500 | 381 | 619 | 1500 |
Latest release: 2026-07 — 1500 records in total — violent 500, property 381, minor 619 (+210 vs 2026-06).
Most common types: Violent crime (454) · Anti-social behaviour (211) · Public order offences (183) · Shoplifting (167) · Vehicle crime (109)
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Other universities in Cardiff
- University of South Wales 93 /100
- University of Wales 92 /100
- Cardiff Metropolitan University 55 /100
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David 10 /100
FAQs about safety at Cardiff University
What is Cardiff University's safety score?
Cardiff University: 50/100 (grade C), #64 of 127 in the UK, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-07).
How many crimes are recorded near Cardiff University?
In the 12 months to 2026-07, 12938 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of Cardiff University; the latest release month (2026-07) alone had 1500 records (500 violent, 381 property, 619 minor).
Is it safe to walk around Cardiff University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: data.police.uk (UK). Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-07; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency) in the UK.