Rogerstone Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Rogerstone—located within the built-up area of Newport—recorded a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 39.4% below the UK average of 7.1. This rate translates to an everyday risk profile where one in every 230 residents experienced a reported crime over the course of the month. The area’s crime picture is shaped by its character as a compact, urbanised district, with violence and sexual offences (25.5% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (19.2%) dominating the landscape. These patterns may be influenced by the proximity of retail hubs, which could contribute to shoplifting incidents, and the social dynamics of a densely populated environment. Seasonal factors also play a role: February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, likely curtails some forms of crime but may exacerbate others, such as indoor theft or disputes. The crime rate’s proximity to the UK average in certain categories—like anti-social behaviour (24% below) and public order offences (18% below)—suggests that Rogerstone’s community policing efforts and local initiatives may be effective in managing broader social issues. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and vehicle crime compared to the UK average highlights areas where targeted interventions could further reduce risk for residents.

February 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+133.3%) and vehicle crime (+100%), both of which rose to levels 30% and 36% above the UK average, respectively. This spike in property-related crimes may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased indoor activity during colder months or targeted retail theft in the built-up area. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 85.7%, a drop that could indicate improved community engagement or reduced vandalism during the winter lull. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.1 per 1,000, remained 56% below the UK average, suggesting that violent crime is not a dominant concern in Rogerstone. However, robbery rates—233% above the UK average—highlight a specific vulnerability. For residents, these figures underscore the need for vigilance in retail and vehicle security, while the overall safety profile remains markedly better than the national average.

In February 2024, Rogerstone’s crime rate rose by 17.3% compared to January, from 3.7 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.1. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported in February, reflecting a local rhythm that aligns with the area’s built-up character and seasonal patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents—a figure that contextualises risk as a monthly aggregate rather than a daily frequency. When scaled to the population of 10,825, this suggests that the likelihood of encountering crime in Rogerstone is significantly lower than the UK-wide average, though the rise in specific categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime may warrant closer attention to local factors. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while the area is safer than the UK overall, targeted efforts could address the upward trends in certain crime types.