Ebbw Vale Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ebbw Vale, 12.2 crimes were recorded in June 2025 — more than 50% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately 8 crimes across the built-up area, with one in every 82 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which made up 32.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.8%). These figures are consistent with patterns observed in similar urban areas during the summer months, when longer daylight hours and increased social activity may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly incidents. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.9 per 1,000, but Ebbw Vale’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000 is 36% higher, suggesting a particular challenge in managing public safety during this season. Anti-social behaviour, which is 90% above the UK average, may be linked to the area’s density and the concentration of community spaces where such incidents are more likely to occur. While the overall crime rate is elevated, the breakdown reveals a complex mix of issues that require targeted approaches, from addressing violent crime to managing anti-social conduct in shared spaces.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to May. Theft from the person rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), a change that may reflect increased foot traffic during the start of summer. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 32.3% (from 31 to 21), due to targeted policing efforts or seasonal shifts in community activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but their rate of 3.9 per 1,000 was 36% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in this area. Anti-social behaviour, which is 90% above the UK average, accounted for 22.4% of all crimes, suggesting a need for community-focused interventions. Meanwhile, other crime — including unclassified incidents — increased by 28.6% (from 7 to 9), a rise that could indicate underreported or evolving criminal activity. Vehicle crime and shoplifting both stayed within UK average ranges, but other categories like criminal damage and arson (107% above UK average) and 'other theft' (57% above) underscore areas requiring further attention. For residents, the most immediate concern remains anti-social behaviour, which was the second most common crime type and significantly outpaces national trends.

The crime rate in Ebbw Vale dropped by 15.8% from 14.5 per 1,000 in May to 12.2 per 1,000 in June, marking a decline that may be linked to seasonal factors or targeted interventions. However, this rate remains 50.6% above the UK average, indicating a persistent disparity in local conditions. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day in June — a figure that, while lower than the previous month, still reflects a higher-than-average burden on local policing and community resources. Over the course of the month, one in every 82 residents faced a reported crime, a statistic that underscores the tangible impact of these rates on daily life. This monthly exposure is particularly significant in a built-up area like Ebbw Vale, where population density can amplify the visibility and frequency of certain offences. While the decrease from May offers a glimmer of progress, the comparison to the UK average highlights the need for sustained efforts to address the root causes of elevated crime rates, including anti-social behaviour and violence, which remain high in this area.