Abergavenny Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Abergavenny's September 2023 crime rate of 9.6 per 1,000 residents marked a stark deviation from the UK average of 8.0, representing a 20% gap. This anomaly is most pronounced in anti-social behaviour, which was 101% above the national average. The data reveals a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors: as a built-up area within Monmouthshire, Abergavenny's crime profile reflects both the characteristics of a small town and the pressures of a tourist destination. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.4 per 1,000, accounted for 35.1% of all reported crimes, a figure significantly higher than the UK average of 2.7. This may be linked to the area's proximity to the Brecon Beacons, which draws both domestic and international visitors during the late summer months. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, dominated the breakdown at 28.4% of all crimes, a rate that is 101% above the UK's 1.3 per 1,000. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces, particularly around the town's historic core and popular walking trails. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the academic year and the tail end of the tourist season—likely contributes to the spike in public order offences and anti-social behaviour. With the nights drawing in, increased pedestrian activity in the evenings may have created conditions conducive to such incidents. However, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and burglary compared to the UK average indicate that Abergavenny's compact, low-density layout may act as a deterrent to certain types of crime. This presents a paradox: while the area's character makes it a desirable place to live, it also creates unique challenges in managing public order and ensuring community safety.

September 2023 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported after none in August. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the 174% surge in public order offences compared to the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, already 101% above the national rate, remained the most prevalent category, accounting for nearly a third of all reported crimes. This aligns with seasonal patterns: back-to-school activity and university freshers' week may have intensified social interactions in public spaces. Conversely, vehicle crime fell 79% below the UK average, consistent with Abergavenny's limited commuter traffic and strong local policing presence. The 80% drop in burglary and drugs-related crimes compared to August suggests a possible seasonal lull, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further data.

Abergavenny's crime rate in September 2023 remained stable compared to August, rising just 0.7% to 9.6 per 1,000 residents from 9.5. This slight increase, however, masks significant shifts in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 5 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 105 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is relatively low compared to larger urban centres, it highlights the concentration of specific crime types within the built-up area. The population context further illustrates that, despite the overall rate being 20% above the UK average, the absolute number of crimes (148) is manageable for a community of 15,489 people. This suggests that while the area faces challenges in certain categories, the scale of incidents remains proportionate to its size.