The average crime rate in Cwm, a Built-Up Area (BUA) in Blaenau Gwent, is 53.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This figure is significantly lower than the UK national average of 91.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. Understanding this statistic requires some context.
Cwm has a population of 2540 people, which inherently means a smaller sample size for crime reporting compared to larger urban areas. While this can influence the overall rate, the consistently lower figure compared to the national average is noteworthy. To provide further perspective, let's examine crime rates in nearby areas. Abertillery has a crime rate of 75.5 per 1,000, Blaina records 81.3 per 1,000, Markham reports 83.8 per 1,000, and New Tredegar experiences 84.4 per 1,000. All these neighbouring areas show higher crime rates than Cwm.
Beyond the raw crime rate, Cwm also boasts a safety score of 82 out of 100, which is considerably higher than the UK average safety score of 79. Safety scores are typically calculated using a combination of crime data, resident perceptions, and other relevant factors. A higher safety score suggests that residents generally feel safer in Cwm compared to the national average.
It's important to remember that crime statistics represent reported crimes and may not capture the full picture of safety and security within a community. However, the data available paints a picture of Cwm as a relatively safe area within Blaenau Gwent, with a lower crime rate and a positive safety score compared to both the UK and its immediate surroundings.