Crime Rate in Ebbw Vale South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ebbw Vale South

The total recorded crimes in Ebbw Vale South, Blaenau Gwent, UK in March 2025 are around 95 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ebbw Vale South crime rate of 15.62 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Ebbw Vale South, encompassing approximately 6,083 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-15.15% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (23) incidents (27.78% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (14) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
Ebbw Vale South Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Bethcar Street with total crimes: 11
  • West End Terrace with total crimes: 10
  • Nightclub with total crimes: 9

How safe is Ebbw Vale South?

To understand the safety of Ebbw Vale South, we need to analyze Ebbw Vale South crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Blaenau Gwent:

    • In 2024, Ebbw Vale South reported a higher crime volume than the Blaenau Gwent average, with 1,025 crimes compared to 739. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ebbw Vale South witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Ebbw Vale South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Blaenau Gwent average, with 791 crimes compared to 623. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ebbw Vale South witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Blaenau Gwent, Ebbw Vale South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Ebbw Vale South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Ebbw Vale South has recorded 95 crimes with crime rate of 15.62 ranking 3th out of 13 in the Blaenau Gwent, UK

In 2024, the total Ebbw Vale South crimes were 1,025. The crime rate of Ebbw Vale South in 2024 was 168.49 (year) or 14.04 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Blaenau Gwent.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ebbw Vale South were around 791 crimes with yearly crime rate of 130.02 (year) or 10.84 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Blaenau Gwent.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blaenau Gwent)CrimesRank (Blaenau Gwent)CrimesRank (Blaenau Gwent)
Tredegar136 11,487 11,144 1
Abertillery and Six Bells121 21,123 2963 2
Sirhowy82 4754 5704 4
Ebbw Vale North63 7768 4693 6
Brynmawr64 6733 7698 5
Beaufort73 5693 8525 9
Nantyglo59 8745 6648 7
Blaina54 10674 9631 8
Rassau and Garnlydan57 9562 12415 12
Cwmtillery42 12616 10519 10
Llanhilleth43 11577 11440 11
Cwm24 14322 13309 13
Georgetown30 13273 14236 14

Ebbw Vale South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 364 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 33.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
January 202533
December 202422
November 202427
October 202429
September 202431
August 202429
July 202421
June 202466
May 202435
April 202443

A total of 158 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.36 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
January 202518
December 20249
November 202426
October 202412
September 202412
August 202415
July 20246
June 202420
May 20245
April 202412

A total of 124 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
January 202515
December 20249
November 202414
October 20249
September 20245
August 202413
July 20247
June 202420
May 202412
April 202410

A total of 120 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
January 202516
December 202411
November 202412
October 20246
September 202416
August 202410
July 202411
June 202410
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 73 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
January 20255
December 20242
November 202421
October 20248
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20255
December 20247
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20247
July 202411
June 20248
May 202414
April 20243

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20243
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Ebbw Vale South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ebbw Vale South postcode area is presented below.

1. Bethcar Street (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. West End Terrace (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Nightclub (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Alexandra Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
5. Wall Street (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. The Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Market Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1

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