Blackwood Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Blackwood's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for 36.1% of all reported incidents and driving the area's overall crime rate to 14.7 per 1,000 residents—93.4% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the national figure underscores the unique challenges faced by this built-up area within Caerphilly. The dominance of violent crime is consistent with the area's character as a densely populated urban centre, where interpersonal conflicts and social dynamics may contribute to higher rates of aggression and sexual offences. Seasonal factors also play a role, with the combination of Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings likely creating conditions conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, at 24.1% of total crimes, with a 215% increase compared to the UK average. This suggests a broader pattern of public disorder that may be exacerbated by the local environment, including high foot traffic areas or community tensions. While property crimes remain relatively low, the 12.7% share of criminal damage and arson highlights a distinct risk factor, linked to the area's built-up nature and the potential for vandalism in public spaces. The data also reveals a combination of crime types, with shoplifting and drug-related offences maintaining elevated rates despite month-on-month fluctuations. These patterns reflect the broader challenges of managing crime in a mixed-use urban area where retail, residential, and commercial activities intersect.

November 2024 saw a 250% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge aligns with the seasonal context of Black Friday shopping and the proximity to Bonfire Night, which may contribute to increased illicit activity. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 133.3%, from 9 to 21 incidents, a figure that is 233% above the UK average. This spike in property damage crimes suggests heightened tensions or opportunistic behaviour during the month. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 26.3%, from 19 to 14 incidents, though it remains 74% above the UK average. Vehicle crime doubled from 0 to 1 incident, a rare occurrence that may reflect specific local vulnerabilities. The breakdown reveals a stark imbalance, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 36.1% of all crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category by 105%.

Blackwood's crime rate in November 2024 rose 16.1% from 12.6 to 14.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a continued upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 68 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the persistent presence of crime in the community, though it remains a local metric without a UK-wide counterpart. The population of 11,328 residents means that each individual faces a statistically measurable risk, with the combination of violent and property crimes contributing to this elevated exposure. While property crimes remain relatively low compared to the UK average, the dominance of violent offences significantly skews the overall profile. This contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where interpersonal crime is concentrated, even as other categories like burglary and vehicle crime fall below national levels.