Bedwas Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 marked an unexpected shift in Bedwas' crime profile, with 'Other crime' surging to 5 cases—a 400% increase from January—despite the area's overall crime rate remaining 20.9% above the UK average. This built-up area within Caerphilly recorded 55 total crimes, including 26 violent offences, which accounted for 47.3% of all incidents. The dominance of violence and sexual offences—3.8 per 1,000 residents, 62% above the UK average—contrasts with the sharp decline in property crimes, particularly shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000, 52% below the UK average). Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns: colder weather likely reduced outdoor activities, contributing to the 57.1% drop in criminal damage and arson. However, the 300% rise in drug-related offences raises questions about local dynamics. The area's crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents, while higher than the UK average of 6.7, shows a 15.4% decrease from January, possibly reflecting seasonal lulls in certain crime types. This volatility underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing the surge in 'Other crime' and the persistent overrepresentation of violent offences.

February 2025 witnessed a dramatic 400% increase in 'Other crime' cases, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This category's sharp rise—now 3.8 per 1,000 residents, 62% above the UK average—suggests emerging patterns requiring local scrutiny. Meanwhile, 'Drugs' offences tripled from 1 to 4, marking a 300% month-on-month increase. This surge contrasts with a 57.1% decline in criminal damage and arson, likely due to reduced outdoor activity during winter. The 100% rise in 'Possession of weapons' from 0 to 1 case adds urgency to safety discussions. 'Violence and sexual offences' remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 47.3% of all crimes. The 3.8 per 1,000 rate for this category—3.8 per 1,000—far exceeds the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000, highlighting a critical area for intervention.

Bedwas' crime rate in February 2025 dropped by 15.4% compared to January, falling from 9.6 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical winter patterns, where reduced outdoor activity may limit opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime statistics show 2 incidents reported per day on average, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains consistent with previous years. When viewed through the lens of Bedwas' population of 6,763, this suggests a relatively stable environment despite the 20.9% increase over the UK average. The decrease in criminal damage and arson by 57.1% may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced vandalism during colder months. However, the sharp rise in 'Other crime' and 'Drugs' categories necessitates closer examination of local dynamics.