Bedwas Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bedwas' crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents in April 2025 places it 13% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a figure that situates the area within a broader national context while highlighting local peculiarities. This disparity is most evident in anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 32.2% of all crimes and 111% above the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the area’s demographic composition and social dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, the second most common category (32.2% of total crimes), were 7% above the UK average, though their monthly incidence fell by 44.1% compared to March, a reduction that could be linked to seasonal factors such as the Easter period and the shift to milder spring weather. The area’s crime profile also reveals a pronounced gap in property crimes, with only 11 incidents recorded—well below the 19 violent crimes—suggesting a balance in criminal activity that diverges from the UK trend, where property crimes typically dominate. This contrast may be attributable to Bedwas’ built-up character within Caerphilly, where high-density living and community interactions could amplify anti-social and violent incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by increased outdoor activity and the Easter holiday—may have influenced crime patterns. Overall, the area’s crime rate, while elevated relative to the UK, reflects a mix of localised challenges and seasonal fluctuations that warrant continued analysis.

April 2025 saw marked fluctuations in specific crime categories, with drugs-related incidents surging by 200% (from 1 to 3) and vehicle crime rising by 100% (from 1 to 2), despite an overall decline in the crime rate. This contrast highlights a shift in the crime mix, as violent crimes—particularly violence and sexual offences—fell by 44.1% (from 34 to 19), a drop that may partly explain the reduced overall rate. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.2% of all crimes and 111% above the UK average, a figure that underscores persistent challenges in community management. Meanwhile, other theft and vehicle crime fell below UK averages, suggesting localized factors may be mitigating these categories. These shifts reflect a combination of seasonal dynamics and targeted policing efforts, though the surge in drug-related crimes warrants further scrutiny.

Bedwas' crime rate in April 2025 (8.7 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 21.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.1 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. This shift aligns with the seasonal transition from early spring to a more settled period, potentially reducing outdoor activity and associated incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while local to Bedwas, provides a tangible sense of the monthly rhythm of crime. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 115 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 6,763. This monthly exposure rate, though lower than the previous month’s equivalent, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area, even as overall rates decline. The population context further highlights that Bedwas, despite its relatively small size, maintains a crime profile that diverges from the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and violence, which demand focused attention.