Monmouthshire Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Monmouthshire's crime rate in July 2023 remained lower than the UK average, sitting at 5.5 per 1,000 residents—33.7% below the national figure of 8.3 per 1,000. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.7% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.6%) and public order offences (10.6%). This pattern aligns with the area's seasonal context: July is a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events, which likely contribute to higher incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order violations. Despite these challenges, Monmouthshire's violent crime rate (2.0 per 1,000) remains 28% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or lower baseline risk factors compared to larger urban centres. The area's character—as a largely rural district with significant tourism infrastructure—may explain the relatively low rates of property crimes, such as vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000, 58% below the UK average) and shoplifting (0.1 per 1,000, 83% below the UK average). However, the sharp increase in bicycle theft (300% month-on-month) raises questions about whether summer cycling activity or changes in local security measures have influenced this trend. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic during festivals, where anti-social behaviour and public order offences are more common. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between seasonal pressures and the area's inherent safety advantages, though targeted efforts may be needed to address emerging trends like bicycle theft.

July 2023 revealed a 300% rise in bicycle theft, with incidents surging from one to four. This spike may partly explain the 53.8% increase in 'other crime' (13 to 20 cases), though the underlying nature of these incidents remains unclear. Meanwhile, shoplifting dropped by 56% (25 to 11 cases), likely linked to the summer season and reduced retail footfall during school holidays. Burglary also rose by 33.3% (12 to 16 cases), a shift that contrasts with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Residents should note that violent crimes (35.7% of all incidents) remain the most prevalent category, with a rate 28% below the UK average. The sharp decline in robbery (75% reduction) may reflect heightened police presence during festivals or altered criminal activity patterns in the summer months.

Monmouthshire's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 10.1% decrease from the previous month's 6.1 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a temporary reduction in reported incidents, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 182 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. Daily crime activity averaged 17 incidents per day, a local metric that highlights the frequency of reported crimes without direct comparison to national daily figures. The population context further underscores that Monmouthshire's crime profile, while stable, is shaped by its unique demographic and geographic factors, including seasonal fluctuations tied to tourism and outdoor events.