Newport Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Newport's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 13.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.1% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area's unique challenges, particularly in violent crime and anti-social behaviour. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.8% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 4.6 per 1,000 — 51% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 2.4 per 1,000, 55% above the national figure, while public order offences surged to 1.7 per 1,000, 166% above the UK rate. These patterns are consistent with Newport's role as a major urban centre with a high concentration of social activity, particularly during peak summer months. The season's impact is evident in the sharp rise in theft from the person and drug-related crimes, likely driven by increased foot traffic and events. However, the decline in burglary and anti-social behaviour suggests that some interventions may be working. Seasonal factors — including festivals, school holidays, and the influx of tourists — may partly explain the elevated rates, but the persistent gap relative to the UK average indicates deeper structural issues that require sustained attention. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mix of violent and disorderly incidents dominating the landscape, with property crimes like shoplifting and burglary accounting for a smaller but still significant portion of the total.

July 2025 saw a 42.9% increase in theft from the person, rising from 7 to 10 incidents. This sharp rise could be linked to the summer tourism peak, with more visitors in public spaces. Conversely, burglary fell by 25.5% (47 to 35), possibly due to increased community patrols or seasonal awareness. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 5.4%, though it remained 55% above the UK average at 2.4 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, contributing 33.8% of all incidents and standing at 4.6 per 1,000 — 51% above the UK rate. Public order offences surged to 1.7 per 1,000, 166% above the national average, likely tied to the summer festival calendar. Drug-related crimes rose by 36.1% (36 to 49), a trend that may reflect heightened social activity during the school holidays.

Newport's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 13.6 per 1,000 residents, a 7.6% increase from June's 12.7 per 1,000. This places the area 58.1% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, highlighting a persistent gap in local crime trends. On a daily basis, 59 crimes were reported across the 31 days of July, illustrating a consistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 73 residents, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a densely populated built-up area. While the population of 134,029 means individual risk remains relatively low, the aggregate numbers reflect systemic challenges in crime prevention. The shift from June to July shows a marked acceleration in violent and anti-social crime, which may be linked to the summer season's social dynamics and increased outdoor activity. These figures contrast with the UK-wide context, where Newport's elevated rates suggest a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.