Abergavenny Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Abergavenny's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 37% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 residents, the area exceeds the UK average by 24.4%, a figure that underscores the need for targeted interventions. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and the height of the tourism season—likely contributes to the elevated levels of violence and anti-social behaviour. Abergavenny's built-up character, combined with its status as a tourist destination, creates a unique environment where festivals and outdoor events may amplify public interactions, increasing the potential for conflicts. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, at 3.9 per 1,000, is 28% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area's specific social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also exceed UK averages by 35% and 56% respectively, suggesting that the town's public spaces may be under strain during peak season. While property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime remain relatively low, the 40.9% decline in shoplifting compared to June indicates possible seasonal variations in retail crime. The data aligns with patterns observed in other tourist towns, where increased foot traffic during summer months can lead to higher incidents of public disorder. However, the absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or burglary suggests that local policing efforts may be effectively mitigating certain risks. The overall crime rate, though above the UK average, remains in line with expectations for a destination town during its busiest season.

July saw a 150% surge in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, a stark contrast to the previous month. Bicycle theft and theft from the person both doubled, with one incident each, marking a 100% increase in these categories. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 40.9% as the number fell from 22 to 13, possibly reflecting reduced retail activity during school holidays. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.9 per 1,000, remain 28% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in the area. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with a 35% increase over the UK average. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal tourism and local crime patterns, with public order offences and criminal damage seeing the highest relative increases. Residents may find the 40.9% drop in shoplifting noteworthy, indicating potential changes in consumer behaviour or policing efforts during peak summer months.

Abergavenny's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 10.7 per 1,000 residents, a 26.9% increase from 8.4 per 1,000 in June. This places the area 24.4% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day in July, a figure that reflects the area's seasonal rhythm. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 94 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the population. The shift from June to July highlights the impact of summer tourism and festivals, which likely increase public spaces' usage and alter local dynamics. While the daily crime count remains manageable, the monthly exposure statistic suggests a need for continued vigilance during peak season. The population context—15,489 residents—further illustrates how a relatively small built-up area can experience significant crime fluctuations tied to external factors.