Undy and Magor Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Undy and Magor's crime rate in March 2025 remained exceptionally low, with 3.3 crimes reported per 1,000 residents. This figure is 57.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, reinforcing the area's status as one of the safest in the country. The breakdown of crimes reveals a mixed profile, with property crimes (9 incidents) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (6 incidents). Violence and sexual offences, at 6 cases, constituted 30% of all recorded crimes and were 63% below the UK average for this category. The seasonal context of March—marked by the transition to spring and the change in daylight hours—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. As evenings lengthen, increased foot traffic in local areas may contribute to the slight rise in public order offences and criminal damage, though these remain relatively rare compared to national trends. The area's low crime rate is consistent with its built-up character within Monmouthshire, where community cohesion and limited urban density may serve as natural deterrents to crime. The absence of major industrial or commercial hubs further reduces opportunities for certain types of offences, though the small population size means that even minor fluctuations are noticeable in statistical terms. This month's data highlights the resilience of local crime prevention efforts, with violent crime continuing its downward trajectory despite the seasonal shift.

March 2025 saw a marked reduction in violent crime, with violence and sexual offences dropping by 40% compared to the previous month. This decrease, from 10 to 6 incidents, contrasts with the 100% increase in theft from the person, which rose from 0 to 2 cases. The shift in crime mix highlights a growing focus on property-related offences, though violent crime remains significantly below the UK average. The category of criminal damage and arson also increased by 33.3%, moving from 3 to 4 incidents, a figure that is 23% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, other theft fell sharply by 77.8%, from 9 to 2 cases, reflecting a potential reduction in opportunistic crimes. These fluctuations suggest a dynamic local environment where specific crime types may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and the lengthening of evenings.

Undy and Magor's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 26.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the area's consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average, where the local rate is 57.7% below the national figure. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day during the month, a figure that reflects the small population of 6,071 residents. Over the course of March, this translated to one reported crime for roughly every 304 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate offers a broader perspective on how infrequently crime occurs relative to the local population. This comparison highlights the area's long-standing position as one of the safer communities in the UK, with crime levels remaining well below national benchmarks.