Rural Torfaen Crime Rate

Rural Torfaen presents a unique safety profile, with an overall crime rate of 152.0 per 1,000 people. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 93.1, resulting in a safety score of 62/100. However, the area is currently seeing a very positive trend, with crime figures decreasing by a substantial 25.2% year-over-year. For the 7,303 residents, it is notable that property crime (38.3 per 1,000) is also above the national average of 32.9. The high incidence of criminal damage and anti-social behaviour suggests that isolated properties may be particularly vulnerable. The following report provides a detailed breakdown of Rural Torfaen's crime statistics and timing patterns to help residents stay informed.

In Rural Torfaen, the crime landscape is led by violence and sexual offences, which make up 37.3% of all reports. This is followed by anti-social behaviour (20.6%) and a high rate of criminal damage and arson (11.3%). Property crime as a whole—including burglary, theft, and vehicle crime—occurs at a rate of 38.3 per 1,000 residents, which is higher than the national average. Criminal damage is particularly prominent here, reflecting the challenges of protecting remote or isolated properties. Burglary and vehicle crime are less frequent, both at around 2.7% and 2.6% respectively. For residents, this means that while the overall volume of crime is high, the focus is often on social-related offences and damage to property, necessitating robust perimeter security.

Rural Torfaen is benefiting from a very positive trend in community safety, with an overall crime reduction of 25.2% over the past year. Monthly data reveals that the area had relatively consistent crime rates throughout late 2024, followed by a steady increase in 2025, reaching a peak of 20.7 per 1,000 people in August. This seasonal rise is common for rural and residential areas. Despite this recent monthly climb, the overall annual trend remains strongly negative. For residents, this sustained annual decrease indicates that Rural Torfaen is becoming safer over the long term, even with typical seasonal fluctuations in reported incidents.

How To Keep Safe in Rural Torfaen

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequently reported crime type in Rural Torfaen. To stay safe, we recommend maintaining awareness of your surroundings, especially in isolated areas during the evening hours. Since anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are also top-three concerns, residents should report persistent issues to local authorities to help focus policing efforts. For property owners, the most consistent threat is theft and burglary, which peak during the afternoon and night. To protect your home, ensure that all doors and windows are securely locked and that valuables are not visible from the street. For vehicle owners, vehicle crime peaks significantly at night (25%). Always park in well-lit areas or a locked garage if available. Using visible security alarms and motion-activated lighting can act as a strong deterrent against both theft and criminal damage. A proactive AI security system can offer the best protection by identifying and deterring potential intruders at your property line.

Crime timing in Rural Torfaen shows a focus on theft and burglary during the day and a shift to vehicle crime at night. In the morning and afternoon, theft accounts for 37% and 41% of incidents respectively. As the day turns to night (12am - 6am), the focus shifts to burglary (17%) and vehicle crime (25%), which together account for 42% of all night-time reports. Evening hours are dominated by 'other' crimes (65%), including anti-social behaviour and public order offences. This data indicates that residents should focus on property security during the day and both home and vehicle protection overnight, especially given the rural nature of the area.

In the local region, Rural Torfaen's crime rate of 152.0 is significantly higher than the local authority average for Torfaen (103.1) and the neighbouring rural areas of Monmouthshire. This high density of reported incidents, despite the rural nature of the area, highlights a very specific set of security challenges for residents. However, the 25.2% decreasing trend suggests that the area is moving towards a more secure baseline, making it an area of improving safety.

With property crime in Rural Torfaen at 38.3 per 1,000 and criminal damage accounting for over 11% of total incidents, the primary security goal for residents is preventing opportunistic crime and vandalism on often isolated properties. In a rural setting, traditional CCTV is often reactive, providing only footage after a crime has occurred. For those who want real protection, scOS offers a proactive AI-driven solution. By monitoring all camera feeds in real-time, scOS can identify an unauthorized person at your property boundary or a suspicious vehicle before they have a chance to act. This is vital at night, when burglary and vehicle crime combined account for 42% of all incidents. scOS distinguishes between regular activity and potential threats, triggering autonomous responses like activating security lights or audible warnings. This destroys the element of surprise for any intruder. For Rural Torfaen residents, scOS provides the professional-grade deterrence needed to keep your property truly secure and maintain the area's positive safety trends.