Newtown Powys Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Newtown (Powys) recorded 127 crimes, translating to 11.2 per 1,000 residents—a rate 75% higher than the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure, contextualised by the town's population of 11,301, underscores a high burden of crime relative to national trends. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 60.6% of all incidents (77 cases). This category's rate of 6.8 per 1,000 is 193% above the UK average, a stark divergence that may reflect local social or economic factors. Public order offences (8 cases) and criminal damage and arson (8 cases) followed, with rates 71% and 52% above UK averages, respectively. Seasonal context—February as a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes, yet the persistence of violent offences suggests deeper issues. The town's built-up area status within a rural county could amplify tensions between urban and rural dynamics. The data illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with violent crime emerging as a focal point for intervention.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in 'other crime' and 'possession of weapons', both rising from one to two incidents. Vehicle crime also rose by 50%, reflecting a potential uptick in local mobility or unsecured parking. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 83.3%, from 12 to two incidents, possibly linked to seasonal factors or targeted interventions. Violence and sexual offences remained starkly elevated, at 193% above the UK average, with 77 cases recorded. This category's dominance—60.6% of all crimes—suggests ongoing challenges in addressing interpersonal conflict. Public order offences also spiked, at 71% above the UK average, while vehicle crime was the only category below the national rate, by 14%. These disparities highlight uneven local dynamics, with violent crime persisting as a critical concern.

Newtown's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 11.2 per 1,000 residents, a 1.5% decrease from the previous month's 11.4. This slight fluctuation suggests no major shifts in overall crime levels, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. Daily, the area experienced approximately five crimes per day—a figure that, while locally relevant, does not align with national daily statistics. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a community of just over 11,000 people. This monthly exposure rate underscores the need for sustained local initiatives to address persistent issues, particularly in violent crime categories. The population scale means that each incident has a measurable impact on the community's safety perception, even if the absolute numbers do not suggest an immediate crisis.