Monmouth Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The March 2023 crime profile for Monmouth reveals a nuanced balance between violent and property crimes, with the former slightly dominating at 28 incidents compared to 24 property-related offences. This 2.3 per 1,000 rate for violent crimes is 16% below the UK average, suggesting potential factors such as increased community policing or seasonal behavioural patterns. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 29.5% of all reported incidents, though this remains below the UK's 16% share for the same category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences emerged as standout concerns, with rates 54% and 134% above the UK average respectively. These figures align with Monmouth's character as a historic town with a compact built-up area, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to such patterns. The seasonal transition to spring, with extended evenings and clock changes, likely influenced the 19 public order offences recorded – a 134% increase over UK averages. Shoplifting incidents were 104% above the UK average, potentially linked to the town's retail presence and increased foot traffic during the post-Christmas period. While violent crime rates remained stable, the significant rise in anti-social behaviour indicates areas requiring closer attention. The overall crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents matches the UK average, highlighting Monmouth's position as a town where crime patterns reflect both local characteristics and national trends. This balance between violent and property crimes suggests a combination of factors, including community dynamics, seasonal influences, and the town's historical and geographical context.

March 2023 saw a distinct shift in crime balance, with violent crimes (28 incidents) outnumbering property crimes (24 incidents) for the first time in recent months. This reversal may partly explain the 29.5% share of violent crimes in the monthly total, which contrasts with the UK average of 16% for the same category. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences stood out as significant contributors, with rates 54% and 134% above the UK average respectively. These figures suggest heightened social tensions or increased community activity during the spring transition period. A resident would find the 28 violent crimes recorded this month particularly noteworthy, as this represents a 2.3 per 1,000 rate – 16% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The spike in anti-social behaviour, however, indicates areas requiring targeted community engagement.

Monmouth's March 2023 crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents aligns precisely with the UK average, reflecting a balanced position in national statistics. When broken down daily, this equates to approximately three crimes reported each day in the built-up area, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, the data illustrates that one crime was reported for roughly every 131 residents, a metric that highlights the monthly exposure to crime in a population of 12,456. This rate is consistent with the area's character as a historically significant town with a mix of rural and urban elements, where crime patterns often reflect both community dynamics and broader regional trends. While the daily figure may seem high, it remains within the UK average when scaled to Monmouth's population, indicating no disproportionate deviation from national norms.