Blackwood Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2024, Blackwood recorded 150 crimes, equating to one reported crime for every 76 residents. This figure places the area’s crime rate at 13.2 per 1,000 population, a level 57.1% above the UK average of 8.4. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (20.7%), and public order offences (13.3%). These figures reflect a pattern consistent with Blackwood’s urban character, where high foot traffic and social activity may contribute to incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor drinking—likely amplifies these trends, as social interactions in public spaces can escalate into disorder. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.3 per 1,000, are 51% above the UK average, suggesting that the built-up area’s proximity to commercial hubs or nightlife venues may drive such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, is 86% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be attributed to the density of the population and the concentration of housing in close proximity to amenities. Public order offences, which rose sharply by 81.8% month-on-month, are 186% above the UK average, a figure that may indicate challenges in managing crowds or enforcing regulations in public spaces. These statistics collectively illustrate an area where crime is influenced by its urban density and the rhythms of social activity, particularly during months with extended daylight and seasonal events.

May 2024 saw a 300% increase in drug-related offences, with incidents rising from 1 to 4. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal shifts, such as the easing of lockdown restrictions or increased social activity during bank holidays. Concurrently, vehicle crime doubled from 0 to 9, a jump that could be linked to the expansion of retail parking zones or heightened vehicle movement during the month. Public order offences also rose by 81.8%, from 11 to 20, a figure that aligns with the extended evenings and increased outdoor drinking associated with May’s warmer weather. In contrast, burglary rates fell by 57.1%, from 7 to 3, indicating improved security measures or a seasonal dip in property crime during the month. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Blackwood, where specific categories respond to both local and national trends.

Blackwood’s crime rate in May 2024 rose to 13.2 per 1,000 residents, a 13.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 11.7. This upward trend contrasts with the UK average of 8.4, underscoring the area’s elevated risk profile. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day in May, a figure that, while localised, highlights the persistent nature of crime in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 76 residents—a statistic that, when contextualised against the population of 11,328, illustrates the scale of monthly exposure. This is particularly notable for a community of this size, where the density of population may amplify interactions that contribute to crime rates. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark disparities in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which are significantly above national levels, suggesting unique local factors at play.