Newtown (Powys) Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,301 residents, Newtown (Powys) recorded 139 crimes in February 2025, equating to 12.3 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 83.6% above the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, highlighting a marked discrepancy between local and national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 51.1% of all incidents (71 cases), followed by public order offences (10.1%) and criminal damage (7.9%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may partially explain the prevalence of indoor-related crimes, though the stark elevation in violent offences suggests deeper local factors. As a built-up area within rural Powys, Newtown’s crime picture contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes and burglary are more prominent. The high rate of violent crimes compared to the UK (which reports 2.4 per 1,000 for this category) may reflect social dynamics or policing priorities in this small town. While the overall crime rate aligns with the pre-spring lull typical of winter months, the persistent gap from the national average underscores the need for tailored analysis of local conditions.

February 2025 saw dramatic shifts in crime trends, with Other crime surging by 400% (from 1 to 5) and Bicycle theft tripling (from 1 to 4). These increases contrast with declines in Shoplifting (-42.9%) and Anti-social behaviour (-40.0%), which may reflect seasonal changes or local interventions. Violent crimes, at 71 (51.1% of total), remain 168% above the UK average (2.4 per 1,000), a stark outlier compared to categories like Vehicle crime, which fell 73% below the national rate. The surge in Bicycle theft, 700% above the UK average, may link to the area’s built-up nature and potential winter cycling activity. Residents might note the 400% rise in Other crime, a category encompassing diverse offences that could indicate emerging patterns requiring further local analysis.

Newtown's crime rate in February 2025 (12.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 25.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 16.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day, translating to roughly 1 reported crime for every 81 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is lower than the previous month’s rate, it remains significantly higher than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective highlights the disparity: for every 1,000 residents in Newtown, 12.3 crimes occurred, compared to 6.7 nationally. This suggests persistent local factors, such as the built-up area’s proximity to rural Powys, may contribute to elevated rates despite seasonal trends.