Monmouth Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Monmouth's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 21% below the UK average of 8.1. This relatively low rate is consistent with Monmouth's character as a historic built-up area within Monmouthshire, where tourism and heritage sites likely contribute to a more regulated social environment. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (30% of all incidents), anti-social behaviour (18.8%), and shoplifting (18.8%). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may have influenced patterns, with extended daylight hours and increased visitor numbers potentially contributing to higher levels of public order and retail-related crimes. However, the area's overall safety profile remains strong, with violent crime rates 34% below the UK average and burglary incidents 64% below national levels. The interplay between tourism and local crime suggests that while Monmouth's core community may benefit from a lower crime environment, transient populations and seasonal events could create pockets of vulnerability. This dynamic is particularly evident in shoplifting and public order offences, which are high compared to the UK average. The relatively low levels of burglary and other property crimes may reflect the area's compact nature and the effectiveness of local policing in high-traffic zones. As summer progresses, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to maintain the current safety trajectory.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with reports rising from one to two incidents. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal shifts as summer tourism begins. Concurrently, other theft cases doubled, likely linked to increased foot traffic in retail areas. Shoplifting, which accounted for 18.8% of all crimes, was 90% above the UK average, pointing to vulnerabilities in local retail security. Public order offences also surged 69% above the UK average, a figure that may correlate with the extended daylight hours and increased social activity typical of summer. Violent crimes fell by 33.3% compared to the previous month, suggesting that targeted policing or community initiatives may have had an impact. However, the sharp rise in drug-related offences and shoplifting indicates that certain crime trends are moving in the opposite direction, demanding closer scrutiny from local authorities and residents alike.

Monmouth's crime rate in June 2025 rose 5.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.1 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift, though modest, underscores a need for continued vigilance. Locally, the monthly tally of 80 crimes translates to an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that may seem low but reflects the concentrated nature of crime in specific areas. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for every 156 residents, a ratio that places the area in the safer end of the UK spectrum. However, the increase in violent crimes and shoplifting suggests that certain pockets of Monmouth may be experiencing heightened pressure. The population context—12,456 residents—means that the absolute number of crimes, while small, can have a disproportionate impact on community perception. This monthly exposure figure, while not alarming in isolation, warrants attention when paired with the specific rise in drug-related and anti-social behaviour incidents.