Undy and Magor Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Undy and Magor, 4.8 crimes occurred in May 2023 — a figure 40% below the UK average of 8.0. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 209 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (31% of total), followed by other theft (24%) and anti-social behaviour (17%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of a small built-up area in Monmouthshire, where longer evenings in May may encourage outdoor socialising and drinking. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.5 per 1,000, are 46% below the UK average, consistent with the area's lower population density and community-oriented character. However, other theft — primarily shoplifting and petty theft — surged to 1.2 per 1,000, 103% above the UK average, suggesting pressures on local retail environments. Anti-social behaviour remained 40% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area's compact nature and limited public spaces. The crime profile illustrates a balance between low-level property crimes and interpersonal offences, with no major spikes in violent crime despite the extended daylight hours typical of spring. This data underscores the importance of community engagement in maintaining low crime levels, even as specific categories like theft require targeted attention.

May 2023 saw a 133.3% increase in other theft compared to April, rising from 3 to 7 incidents. This surge, now at 1.2 per 1,000 residents — 103% above the UK average — may reflect the start of the busy summer retail season and increased foot traffic in local shops. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 100% (0 to 1 incident), though this remains 35% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 66.7%, potentially linked to the May bank holiday and extended evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% (2 to 1 incident), due to reduced overnight parking in residential areas. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 18.2%, from 11 to 9 incidents, maintaining their position at 1.5 per 1,000 — 46% below the UK average. Public order offences dropped 16.7% (6 to 5), though they remain 21% above the UK average. A resident in Undy and Magor faces a 1-in-209 chance of experiencing a crime over the course of May, a figure that contextualises the area's overall safety despite specific category fluctuations.

The crime rate in Undy and Magor rose by 7.4% from April's 4.5 to May's 4.8 per 1,000, a modest increase in an area consistently below the UK average. This translates to roughly one crime per day in May — a rate that, while noticeable, remains far lower than national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 209 residents, a statistic that highlights the low probability of personal involvement in crime for most locals. Compared to the UK average, the area's violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 46% lower, likely due to its smaller population and limited nightlife. However, other theft's 1.2 per 1,000 rate — 103% above the UK average — suggests targeted vulnerabilities in retail or public spaces. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while individual risk is minimal, specific categories require monitoring. For context, the UK's average of 8.0 per 1,000 would mean one crime for every 125 residents in Undy and Magor, underscoring the area's relative safety. These comparisons illustrate how local factors — from community cohesion to seasonal trends — shape crime outcomes distinct from national averages.