Rogerstone Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

May 2024 marked a continuation of Rogerstone's historically low crime profile, with an overall rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents—34.5% below the UK average. This stability follows a month-on-month decrease of 1.6%. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 25.4% of all crimes, followed by shoplifting at 20.3% and anti-social behaviour at 15.3%. The seasonal context of May—characterised by bank holidays and extended evenings—likely contributed to the modest increase in property crimes, particularly shoplifting, which saw rates 72% above the UK average. This contrast with the significant underperformance of anti-social behaviour and burglary, both of which were well below national benchmarks, suggests a combination of local factors. The built-up nature of Rogerstone, situated within Newport, may explain the relatively balanced mix of property and violent crime, with retail areas potentially driving shoplifting rates. However, the sharp rise in robbery and burglary, though small in absolute terms, indicates a need for vigilance. The lower prevalence of public order offences compared to the UK average could reflect the area's community-focused policing strategies or the influence of local initiatives aimed at reducing disorder. Overall, the data illustrates a picture of a largely safe area with pockets of activity that warrant targeted attention.

May 2024 saw a 100% increase in robbery and burglary, both rising from one to two incidents. This uptick may partly explain the slight shift in crime mix, with property crimes accounting for 49% of total reported incidents, compared to 25% for violent crimes. Shoplifting rates in Rogerstone were 72% above the UK average, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which was 45% below the national benchmark. The sharp decline in public order offences—halving from eight to four—could reflect the impact of bank holidays and longer evenings, which typically see increased outdoor activity but here coincided with fewer reported disturbances. Residents may find the 100% rise in robbery particularly concerning, as it marks the first such increase in this category since early 2023. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson surged by 80%, suggesting potential links to seasonal factors such as increased socialising in public spaces.

Rogerstone's crime rate in May 2024 remained stable at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area's low overall crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, highlighting the relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. This monthly aggregate provides context for residents: the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal, though localized spikes in specific categories, such as robbery, warrant attention. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Rogerstone's crime levels are well below the UK average, with its built-up character likely contributing to a mix of property and violent crime that remains manageable. Comparisons to the UK average further underscore the area's safety, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary, where rates are significantly lower.