Blackwood Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in Blackwood’s June 2025 crime data is the unexpected doubling of burglary and robbery rates, a trend that defies seasonal norms typically associated with summer. While the overall crime rate of 11.8 per 1,000 residents remains 45.7% above the UK average, this figure is driven by a complex mix of violent and property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences, at 37 incidents, accounted for 27.6% of all crimes, a rate 15% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 31 incidents, 90% above the national benchmark, and public order offences rose to 16, 137% above the UK average. These figures suggest a localised intensification of non-violent but disruptive crimes, potentially linked to the built-up area’s social dynamics and community interactions. Seasonal factors, such as the start of summer and increased tourism in nearby coastal areas, may have contributed to shifts in criminal activity. For example, the rise in property crime could be attributed to increased foot traffic in retail zones or the presence of temporary accommodation, while the drop in public order offences might reflect the impact of targeted policing or community initiatives. However, the absence of concrete data on local interventions means these connections must be treated as tentative. The area’s status as a built-up region within Caerphilly, with its mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, likely plays a role in shaping these crime patterns. As June transitions into July, monitoring these trends will be critical to understanding whether the current shifts represent temporary fluctuations or emerging long-term patterns.

June 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary and robbery each doubling from the previous month—a 100% increase in both categories. This unexpected rise in property crime challenges seasonal expectations, as summer months typically see lower rates of such offences. Conversely, public order offences fell by 40.7%, and violence and sexual offences dropped by 30.2%, possibly linked to changing community behaviours or increased policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour remained 90% above the UK average, with 31 incidents reported—a figure that underscores local pressures on community cohesion. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with property crimes accounting for 30.6% of all offences (39 out of 134) compared to 27.6% for violent crimes. This shift highlights a growing emphasis on property-related offences, despite the summer season. For residents, the 100% increase in burglary is a concrete warning to bolster home security measures, as the area's built-up nature may create conditions conducive to opportunistic theft.

Blackwood's crime rate in June 2025 dropped by 21.7% compared to the previous month, falling from 15.1 to 11.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a temporary shift in criminal activity. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported each day in June, highlighting the persistent need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 85 residents, a figure that, while lower than the previous month, still indicates a significant local impact. With a population of 11,328, this translates to a monthly exposure rate that underscores the density of crime relative to the area's size. The contrast with UK-wide figures is stark: Blackwood's violent crime rate, at 3.3 per 1,000, is 15% above the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 90% higher than the national benchmark. These comparisons reveal a microcosm of challenges unique to this built-up area within Caerphilly, where local factors—such as community dynamics and infrastructure—may amplify certain types of crime disproportionately.