Bedwas Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

March 2025 saw Bedwas' crime rate climb to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 42.3% higher than the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This marked increase, driven by a surge in violent and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage, signals a shift in the area's crime profile. Violence and sexual offences alone accounted for 45.3% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and clock changes, may have contributed to these patterns. Anti-social behaviour, another major concern, rose sharply and was 76% above the UK average. These trends contrast with categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime, which fell below the UK rate, suggesting variability in local dynamics. The built-up nature of Bedwas, combined with its proximity to Caerphilly's urban centres, likely influences crime patterns, with public spaces and community interactions playing a role. However, the absence of broader contextual data means these factors remain speculative. The month's data highlights a combination of localized pressures and national trends, requiring further analysis to identify root causes.

March 2025 marked sharp increases in several crime categories, with criminal damage and arson rising by 166.7% (3 to 8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour surging by 114.3% (7 to 15). These jumps suggest a shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences declining slightly compared to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 45.3% of all crimes—were 83% above the UK rate of 2.7 per 1,000. This stark deviation from national trends raises questions about localized pressures. Conversely, some categories showed declines, including drugs-related crimes (down 75.0%) and vehicle crime (down 49%), which may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. A resident would find the 1-in-90 monthly exposure rate particularly relevant, illustrating the frequency of incidents within a small population.

Bedwas' crime rate in March 2025 rose to 11.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.4% increase from the previous month's 8.1 per 1,000. This upward trend positions the area significantly above the UK average, which stood at 7.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in March, a figure that, while locally contextual, underscores the frequency of incidents within a small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 90 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the population of 6,763, highlights the concentrated nature of incidents in a built-up area. This density of crime contrasts with the UK's broader distribution, suggesting localized factors may be influencing patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher likelihood of encountering crime compared to the national average, though the absolute number of incidents remains relatively low in absolute terms.