Chepstow Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chepstow’s crime rate in August 2024 (9.0 per 1,000) places it 9.8% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, a figure that, while notable, sits within a broader context of seasonal and demographic factors. The area’s top crime types—violence and sexual offences (27.8% of total), anti-social behaviour (18.5%), and criminal damage and arson (13.0%)—reflect a mix of persistent local challenges and temporary spikes tied to August’s unique dynamics. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) and criminal damage (14) may be partially explained by the influx of holidaymakers and the associated strain on community spaces, though this contrasts with the UK average for these categories. Meanwhile, the lower-than-average rate of violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000) could indicate the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives. August, a peak holiday month, also brings heightened risks for burglary due to empty homes, though this was not reflected in the data. The interplay of these factors—seasonal tourism, transient populations, and local infrastructure—illustrates a built-up area navigating the complexities of maintaining safety amid shifting resident and visitor patterns.

August 2024 saw a marked increase in anti-social behaviour, surging by 66.7% to 20 incidents—double the previous month’s count. This rise, coupled with a 25% increase in drug-related crimes and a 100% jump in 'other crime' incidents, highlights a shift in the crime mix toward non-violent, community-level disruptions. Violence and sexual offences. of total crimes, remained 7% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), suggesting localised efforts may be mitigating this category. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 57.1%, likely due to fewer cars on local roads during peak holiday periods. The decrease in other theft (27.3%) may also reflect reduced retail activity or improved security measures. These fluctuations underscore the influence of seasonal patterns on Chepstow’s crime profile, where transient populations and changing activity levels reshape the types of incidents most commonly reported.

Chepstow's crime rate in August 2024 (9.0 per 1,000) marks a 7.7% decrease from July's rate of 9.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight shift toward safety. This decline aligns with the seasonal rhythm of the area, where August typically sees fewer residents due to summer holidays and increased tourism. Locally, the average daily crime count stood at three incidents per day over the month, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than the broader rate. When contextualised against the population of 11,961, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 111 residents—a rate that, while higher than the UK average, remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. This suggests that while Chepstow's crime profile is not immune to seasonal fluctuations, the overall impact on residents remains proportionally limited. The combination of transient populations and the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone may contribute to this pattern, where temporary spikes in certain crime types are offset by broader stability.