Rogerstone Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rogerstone’s crime profile in August 2025 reflects a combination of local conditions and broader national trends. With a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (31.8% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (27.3%) and criminal damage and arson (13.6%). These figures suggest a crime picture dominated by interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents, though the absence of significant spikes in violent crime contrasts with the sharp increase in criminal damage. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as August is a peak holiday month in Newport, potentially increasing transient populations and associated risks. The relatively low rate of violent crime may be partly explained by the area’s urban character, where community policing and local engagement initiatives could contribute to a more stable environment. However, the 500% rise in criminal damage and arson points to a specific vulnerability, linked to vacant properties or targeted vandalism during the summer months. The overall pattern indicates that while Rogerstone’s crime rates are generally lower than national averages, targeted interventions may be needed to address the sudden surge in property-related offences. This data also highlights the importance of considering local demographics and seasonal rhythms when interpreting crime statistics, as the same category may behave differently in a built-up area compared to rural or coastal regions.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in August 2025 was the 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one incident to six. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 6.7% decline in violent crimes, which fell from 15 to 14. The category of violence and sexual offences remained 55% below the UK average (1.3 vs 2.9 per 1,000), a consistent trend that highlights Rogerstone’s lower incidence of severe violence compared to national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 25% below the UK average, reinforcing a broader pattern of lower-than-average rates for disruptive offences. Residents may find reassurance in the 68% shortfall in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.2 vs 0.6 per 1,000), suggesting that retail areas in Rogerstone face fewer theft incidents than typical for similar urban centres.

August 2025 saw a 33.1% increase in Rogerstone’s crime rate compared to July 2025, rising from 3.1 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a notable upward shift, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stood at 8.1 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 246 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. When compared to the population of 10,825, this suggests that the majority of residents experience no direct impact from crime during any given month. The increase in August aligns with seasonal patterns, as August is a peak holiday month in Newport, potentially contributing to transient populations and altered patterns of activity that may influence crime dynamics.