Torfaen Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Torfaen, the crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 in November 2024 translates to a 1-in-101 chance of being a victim over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the everyday risk associated with living in an area where crime is 30.3% above the UK average. This elevated rate is most starkly evident in the category of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.4% of all reported crimes—55% higher than the UK average. The dominance of violent crime in Torfaen’s profile may be influenced by local factors such as population density, social cohesion, or environmental conditions. Seasonal context also plays a role: the dark evenings of November, coupled with events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday, may have contributed to a surge in public order offences and shoplifting, though the latter category only exceeded the UK average by 16%. Anti-social behaviour, at 17.1% of all crimes, was 53% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing community-level disturbances. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where violent crime and anti-social behaviour are concentrated. The data also reveals a contrast with other categories: while vehicle crime and burglary fell below the UK average, the overall crime rate remains a concern, indicating that Torfaen’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local dynamics and broader national trends.

November 2024 saw a 36.4% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 11 to 15 incidents. This spike may partly explain the 55% above-average rate for drugs compared to the UK. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by 83.3%, dropping from six to one, reflecting a sharp but isolated decline. The most notable shift in crime mix was the 53% above-average rate for anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 17.1% of all crimes. This category’s prominence may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which often sees increased public disorder. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary both fell below the UK average, with vehicle crime at 55% below and burglary at 35% below. These decreases could indicate the effectiveness of local initiatives targeting vehicle security or burglary prevention, though no specific programmes are mentioned in the data.

In November 2024, Torfaen’s crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 5.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 10.5 per 1,000. This decline, while modest, suggests a slight easing of pressure on local policing resources. On a daily basis, 31 crimes were reported across Torfaen’s 94,119 residents, translating to roughly one crime for every 101 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, illustrating that while the rate is elevated compared to the UK average, it remains a manageable level of risk for most individuals. The population-scaled perspective is critical: with 94,119 people, the total number of crimes (930) represents a relatively small proportion of the population, though the distribution across crime types reveals areas of concern. For example, the 376 reported violent crimes—over 40% of all crimes—highlight a stark contrast to the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as social dynamics or environmental conditions may play a role in shaping these patterns.