Caerphilly Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 presented an extraordinary crime picture for Caerphilly, where the overall rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents—100% below the UK average of 6.4—defied typical patterns. This near-zero rate, with only two total crimes reported, highlights an area where violent and non-violent incidents alike are exceptionally rare. The breakdown of incidents reveals an even split between 'other crime' and 'violence and sexual offences,' both categories 100% below their UK averages. This suggests that even the most common crime types in other areas are virtually absent here. Seasonal context may partly explain this trend: as a winter month with low outdoor activity, February often sees a pre-spring lull in crime, particularly in areas reliant on tourism or seasonal retail. However, Caerphilly's data suggests a deeper, sustained reduction. The area's character—likely a mix of urban and suburban elements with strong community ties—may contribute to this outcome, though no definitive link can be established. The absence of property crimes, anti-social behaviour, or public order offences further differentiates Caerphilly from national trends, pointing to a unique local dynamic that warrants continued monitoring. This month's figures reinforce the area's position as a rare example of consistently low crime, a status that may be influenced by a combination of policing strategies, socioeconomic factors, or community resilience.

February 2026 marked an 87.5% month-on-month decline in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 8 to 1 reported incidents. This sharp reduction in violent crime contrasts sharply with the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000, where Caerphilly's rate of 0.0 per 1,000 falls 100% below. The crime breakdown reveals an unusual parity between 'other crime' (50% of total) and 'violence and sexual offences' (50% of total), both categories 100% below their respective UK averages. For residents, this means the likelihood of encountering either category is effectively zero compared to national trends. The absence of other crime types—such as property or anti-social behaviour—further highlights the anomaly, suggesting that even the most common incidents are rare in Caerphilly. This pattern may reflect a combination of effective local policing, community initiatives, or seasonal factors like the winter lull in outdoor activity.

Caerphilly's February 2026 crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents marks an 87.5% decrease from the previous month's 0.1 rate, reflecting a sustained reduction in reported incidents. This places the area in stark contrast to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, with violent crimes alone 100% below the national benchmark. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0.0 crimes per day over the 28-day period, translating to a local monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 88,433 residents. While this figure may seem abstract, it underscores the rarity of incidents in Caerphilly compared to other areas. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with 176,865 residents, the area's crime profile remains exceptionally low, a trend consistent with its historical data. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or socioeconomic stability—may be contributing to the sustained low levels from this data alone.