Abergavenny Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Abergavenny's crime profile in August 2024 reveals a striking balance between property and violent crime, with each accounting for roughly a third of total incidents. The overall crime rate of 11.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 39% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights local factors shaping criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences (31.3% of all crimes) dominate the breakdown, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%) and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). This mix suggests a combination of community dynamics and environmental factors. The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month with increased tourism and empty homes—may partly explain the elevated rates of certain offences, though burglary, which could theoretically benefit from unoccupied properties, remains significantly below the UK average (69% lower). The high proportion of violent crimes contrasts with the relatively low vehicle crime rate (33% below UK average), reflecting Abergavenny's compact built-up area and limited commuter traffic. Anti-social behaviour's 67% excess over the UK average could indicate pressures from transient populations or seasonal gatherings, though this remains speculative without further data. The area's market town character, with a mix of historic infrastructure and modern amenities, likely influences both the types and concentrations of crime observed.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft and robbery both doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase each. Vehicle crime also rose by 33.3% (3 to 4), possibly linked to increased summer travel or unsecured vehicles. Conversely, burglary fell sharply by 71.4% (7 to 2), a decline that may reflect heightened community vigilance or fewer unoccupied homes during the holiday season. The balance between property and violent crime remained remarkably tight, with 63 property-related incidents and 55 violent crimes reported. This equilibrium contrasts with the UK average, where violent crime typically constitutes a smaller share of total incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.6 per 1,000 (34% above UK average), and anti-social behaviour (2.4 per 1,000, 67% above UK average) stood out as particularly elevated categories. These figures may be influenced by Abergavenny's status as a tourist destination, where transient populations and crowded public spaces could exacerbate certain types of criminal activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime's 33% deficit compared to the UK average underscores the area's relatively low exposure to car-related offences, due to its small size and limited road networks.

Abergavenny's August 2024 crime rate of 11.4 per 1,000 represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 12.0 per 1,000, marking a modest downward trend. This decline, however, remains 39% above the UK average, a gap that highlights the area's distinct crime profile. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported per day in August, a figure that, while locally specific, offers context for residents assessing their risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 88 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average (not provided here), would require further data to contextualise. The population of 15,489 residents means that each crime has a measurable impact on the community, particularly given the elevated rates in certain categories. For instance, the 3.6 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences translates to roughly 55 incidents, a figure that, when spread across the population, indicates a relatively high concentration of such crimes compared to the UK. The contrast between Abergavenny's elevated anti-social behaviour rates (2.4 per 1,000) and its lower vehicle crime rates (0.3 per 1,000) suggests that local social dynamics may play a more significant role in shaping crime patterns than transportation infrastructure. These comparisons underscore the need for targeted interventions that address the specific challenges faced by Abergavenny's community.