Caldicot Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Caldicot's crime profile in June 2024 was defined by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.7% of all reported crimes. This category, at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, remained 38% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent trend in the area's crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 26.5% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000 that was 7% below the UK average. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer, may have influenced these patterns, as increased daylight hours and tourism initiation in rural areas could alter social interactions and activity levels. The dominance of violence-related crimes contrasts with the relatively low rates of property crimes, which accounted for 45.9% of the total (15 incidents). This balance suggests a community profile where interpersonal conflicts outweigh theft or vandalism as primary concerns. Criminal damage and arson, at 10.2% of total crimes, maintained a rate 18% below the UK average, consistent with the area's built-up nature and limited industrial presence. The overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents, 39% below the UK average of 8.2, positions Caldicot as a safer area compared to national benchmarks, though the increase in burglary cases highlights a need for targeted local measures. This pattern is likely consistent with Monmouthshire's broader characteristics, where rural-urban hybrid areas often experience distinct crime profiles shaped by both community density and seasonal tourism patterns.

June 2024 saw a 200.0% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, while significant, remains below the UK average rate of 0.3 per 1,000. Concurrently, bicycle theft and theft from the person both doubled from zero to one incident each, marking a stark contrast to the previous month's figures. These increases may partly explain the shift in crime mix, with property crimes rising to 30.6% of the total from 33.7% in May. Anti-social behaviour, however, decreased by 55.6% to 13 incidents, a drop that aligns with the seasonal lull in public gatherings typical of early summer. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category at 34.7% of total crimes, yet this rate was 38% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The sharp decline in public order offences (55.6% decrease) suggests a possible correlation with warmer weather reducing disputes in outdoor spaces.

Caldicot's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 21.0% drop from the previous month's rate of 6.3. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area during summer months, where reduced foot traffic in non-tourist areas may contribute to lower incident reporting. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with historical averages for built-up areas in Monmouthshire. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 201 residents, highlighting the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering Caldicot's population of 9,855, as it translates to a manageable risk profile for residents. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that the area's crime profile remains well within the range of typical rural and semi-rural built-up areas, where community cohesion and limited commercial density often correlate with lower crime rates.