Caerleon Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2025, Caerleon’s crime rate stood at 8.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 12.8% above the UK average of 7.8. This figure reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal shifts, with violent crimes—accounting for 54.3% of all incidents—remaining the most pressing concern. At 4.8 per 1,000, violent crimes in Caerleon are 76% higher than the UK average, a disparity that likely stems from the area’s role as a transitional hub within Newport, where commercial and residential zones intersect. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, and public order offences, at 0.9 per 1,000, further contribute to the elevated rate, suggesting a need for targeted community engagement strategies. The seasonal context of March—marking the transition to spring and longer evenings—may have amplified opportunities for certain crimes, particularly those occurring in public spaces. While property crimes (12 total) remain relatively low compared to violent incidents, the sharp increase in shoplifting and other theft raises questions about retail security measures. The data illustrates a pattern where the area’s built-up nature and proximity to Newport’s urban core drive higher rates of violent and disorderly conduct, while its smaller scale may limit the spread of property-related crimes.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting and other theft, with the latter tripling from one to three incidents—a 200% rise. This surge may partly explain the 4.8 per 1,000 rate for violent crimes, which remains 76% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 71.4%, reaching 12 incidents, though this still aligns with the area’s historical patterns of community tensions. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 28.6%, from seven to five, and other crime dropped by 50%, from two to one. These decreases could reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity in early spring. Shoplifting’s 100% increase from zero to three incidents highlights a new vulnerability, linked to the area’s retail presence. Residents may find the 1-in-114 monthly exposure figure particularly relevant, as it illustrates the frequency of incidents in a small, densely populated area.

Caerleon's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a 45.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.0. This jump places the area 12.8% above the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast to the national trend. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of two reported incidents per day in Caerleon, underscoring the density of activity in a relatively compact built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 114 residents, a figure that, while lower than some urban centres, reflects the area’s vulnerability to concentrated incidents. The population-scaled perspective shows that residents face a higher risk of violent crime than the UK average, with 4.8 per 1,000 incidents in this category alone. This suggests that local factors—such as the proximity to Newport’s commercial hubs or the area’s mix of residential and retail spaces—may contribute to the elevated rates. While direct causes, the seasonal shift to longer evenings in March could likely play a role in increasing opportunities for certain types of crime.