Undy and Magor Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Undy and Magor recorded a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7. This stark contrast with the national picture underscores the area’s relatively low levels of criminal activity, a trend consistent with its status as a built-up area within Monmouthshire, where smaller population sizes and lower urban density may contribute to reduced crime rates. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violent crimes accounted for nearly half of all incidents, with 12 recorded cases, while property crimes, though lower in number, included six instances of other theft—89% above the UK average. This divergence highlights a unique challenge for the area, as violent crime remains a significant proportion of the overall crime rate, unlike in many other parts of the UK where property crimes dominate. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as the transition from summer to autumn often sees a reduction in outdoor activity and the return of routine patterns, such as the resumption of school terms and university classes. However, the elevated rate of other theft suggests that specific vulnerabilities—such as the concentration of high-value assets in certain areas or targeted criminal activity in sectors like retail or property—require further examination. The overall crime rate, when contextualised against the area’s population of 6,071, indicates a relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres, though the disparity in theft rates points to the need for targeted strategies to address this particular category. The interplay between local demographics, seasonal trends, and the unique nature of criminal activity in Undy and Magor illustrates the complex dynamics that shape the area’s crime profile, offering insights that are both locally specific and nationally comparative.

September 2024 saw a 75% reduction in criminal damage and arson, with incidents falling from four to one, and a 66.7% drop in public order offences, which fell from three to one. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 28.6%, from seven to five. These decreases align with seasonal patterns, such as the return to routine as schools and universities resumed operations, reducing the transient populations often associated with increased public disorder. However, the category of other theft stood out as 89% above the UK average, with six incidents recorded. This anomaly may reflect local factors, such as the presence of high-value goods in residential areas or targeted activity in specific sectors like retail or property management. The balance of crime types also shifted significantly, with violent crimes comprising 48% of total incidents—compared to 24% for property crimes—contrasting with the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. For residents, the sharp decline in criminal damage and arson offers a tangible indicator of improved safety in this category, though the elevated rate of other theft highlights a need for targeted interventions to address this specific vulnerability.

Undy and Magor’s September 2024 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents reflects a significant deviation from the UK average of 7.7, placing the area 46.8% below the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the area’s unique position within Monmouthshire, where smaller population sizes and lower urban density likely contribute to the reduced incidence of crime. On a daily basis, the area reported approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 243 residents. This statistic underscores the area’s relative safety compared to larger urban centres, where higher population density and greater foot traffic often correlate with elevated crime rates. The population of 6,071 further contextualises these figures, as smaller communities tend to foster stronger social cohesion and neighbourly oversight, which may deter criminal activity. However, the 89% increase in other theft compared to the UK average suggests that specific vulnerabilities—such as the presence of high-value goods in residential areas or targeted activity in niche sectors—remain areas for local attention. These statistics, when viewed through the lens of population scale and geographic context, illustrate a community that, despite its low crime rate, faces unique challenges in certain categories of criminal activity.