Caerphilly Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw Caerphilly’s crime rate reach 9.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.5% above the UK average of 7.7. This marks the area as one of the most crime-affected local authority districts in the country. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.7% of all reported incidents—3.2 per 1,000 residents, 23% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 22.2% of total crimes, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000, 50% above the UK figure. Public order offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 104% above the UK average. These spikes in violent and disorderly crimes may partly explain the overall elevated rate. April’s seasonal context—Easter holidays, warmer spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributed to heightened public order issues. The town’s mix of urban and semi-rural areas may amplify tensions in shared spaces. Violent crime rates in Caerphilly are higher than in comparable UK towns, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones. While property crimes remain relatively low (415 total, or 25.6% of all crimes), the sharp rise in violence and anti-social behaviour indicates a shift in criminal patterns that warrants attention from residents and local authorities.

April 2025 brought troubling increases in theft from the person, which rose by 50% (from 2 to 3 incidents), and drug-related crimes, which climbed 12.1% (from 33 to 37). These rises, though modest in absolute terms, signal emerging trends that may reflect seasonal or local pressures. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant crime category, but their rate (3.2 per 1,000) was 23% above the UK average—a gap that widened compared to previous months. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, was 50% above the UK average, with public order offences (1.1 per 1,000) hitting 104% above the national benchmark. This stark divergence from UK norms may be linked to Caerphilly’s urban core and its proximity to industrial zones, where social tensions and transient populations could contribute to disorder. Residents should be particularly vigilant in public spaces during evenings and weekends, as these times may coincide with higher anti-social activity. Conversely, vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) were below UK averages, suggesting that targeted policing in these areas may be effective.

Caerphilly’s crime rate in April 2025 (9.2 per 1,000) represented a 3.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.5 per 1,000. This monthly decline, however, does not offset the area’s persistent elevation compared to the UK average. Locally, 54 crimes were reported per day in April, a figure that underscores the density of incidents in a relatively populated area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average if that figure were comparable (though no UK-specific monthly exposure data is available). With a population of 176,865, the absolute number of crimes (1,621) reflects a combination of local dynamics and broader regional trends. While the overall rate has dipped slightly from March, the concentration of violent and anti-social crimes remains a critical concern. The contrast between Caerphilly’s elevated rates and its below-average property crime figures highlights the need for differentiated approaches to policing and community engagement. Residents should consider these statistics when assessing personal safety and planning activities, particularly in high-crime areas.