Caldicot Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Caldicot's overall crime rate in August 2023 stood at 6.5 per 1,000, a figure 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity highlights the area's generally lower crime profile compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45.3% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 2.9 per 1,000—10% above the UK average. This anomaly may be influenced by local factors such as community interactions, policing strategies, or seasonal dynamics. Anti-social behaviour followed, contributing 18.8% of crimes at 1.2 per 1,000, a rate 17% below the UK average, suggesting effective community management or lower prevalence of such disturbances. Public order offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, were 83% above the UK average, a striking contrast that may reflect the area's unique social or environmental characteristics. August, as a peak holiday month, likely amplifies tourism-related pressures, though burglary rates remained 71% below the UK average, due to lower population density or effective property security measures. The interplay between seasonal tourism and local crime trends warrants further consideration, as does the relatively low incidence of property crimes compared to violent offences, which could indicate a focus on personal safety over asset protection in the area.

August 2023 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, with two reported incidents compared to zero in July, marking a sharp uptick in this category. Robbery also doubled, with one incident recorded, highlighting a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Public order offences rose by 57.1%, from seven to 11, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic or events. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 33.3%, from 18 to 12, indicating a temporary reduction in disturbances. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.3% of all crimes, exceeded the UK average by 10%, a contrast to the overall rate's 19.8% deficit. This divergence suggests localised factors influencing violent crime, despite the area's generally lower crime profile. Residents might find the 100% surge in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, as it could signal a need for targeted security measures.

Caldicot's crime rate in August 2023 rose slightly to 6.5 per 1,000, a 3.2% increase from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000. This shift, while modest, reflects ongoing local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When considering the population of 9,855, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 154 residents, illustrating the relative frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly aggregate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide metrics, underscores the localised nature of crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Caldicot's crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting broader regional differences in policing, demographics, or community engagement strategies.