Tredegar Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 13,235 residents, Tredegar's 224 reported crimes in January 2024 equate to one crime for every 59 residents over the course of the month. This rate of 16.9 per 1,000 residents is 128.4% above the UK average of 7.4, highlighting a stark contrast between local and national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.8% of all crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (17.4%) and anti-social behaviour (12.5%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of January, a post-holiday month marked by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to increased indoor crime and limited community engagement in public spaces. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—despite property-related offences making up 52.2% of the total—suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors. Tredegar's built-up nature within Blaenau Gwent likely amplifies issues such as anti-social behaviour and vandalism, which are often concentrated in densely populated areas with limited surveillance. While the overall crime rate is alarmingly high, the breakdown reveals that certain categories, like shoplifting and vehicle crime, may be influenced by transient factors such as holiday seasonality and weather conditions. These patterns could be consistent with other post-industrial towns where economic challenges and social fragmentation may contribute to higher rates of violent and property-related crimes.

January 2024 saw dramatic increases in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 1 to 8—a 700% surge—suggesting heightened activity during the post-holiday period. Vehicle crime also spiked by 136.4%, jumping from 11 to 26, potentially linked to colder weather driving more indoor activities and increased vehicle idling in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson rose by 116.7%, from 18 to 39, a figure that is 426% above the UK average for this category. This spike in property-related crimes may reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter days and reduced community engagement in public areas. Conversely, other theft and other crime categories both declined, with other theft dropping 47.4% and other crime falling 60%—though these decreases remain modest compared to the overall rise in reported incidents. The stark contrast between violent crime (38.8% of total) and property crime (52.2% of total) underscores a shift in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour and violence dominating the monthly breakdown.

Tredegar's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 16.9 per 1,000 residents, a 40% increase from the previous month's 12.1. This places the area significantly above the UK average, with rates 128.4% higher than the national figure. Daily, the area saw approximately 7 crimes reported, translating to one crime for every 59 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is stark, these figures are specific to Tredegar and do not directly compare to UK-wide averages. The population context reveals that 224 crimes in a community of 13,235 residents equates to a rate that, while alarming, reflects localized patterns rather than national trends. Such figures may partly explain why residents report heightened awareness of safety in public spaces, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or limited surveillance.