The total recorded crimes in Aber Valley, Caerphilly, UK in January 2026 are around 3 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aber Valley crime rate of 0.83 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 Aber Valley, encompassing approximately 3,630 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Aber Valley, we need to analyze Aber Valley crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Caerphilly:
In 2024, Aber Valley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Caerphilly average, with 688 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.
In 2023, Aber Valley had fewer crimes than the Caerphilly average, with 515 crimes compared to 598. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aber Valley recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 30 other areas in the Caerphilly.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Caerphilly, Aber Valley has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
In January 2026 the Aber Valley has recorded 3 crimes with crime rate of 0.83 ranking 1th out of 30 in the Caerphilly, UK
In 2024, the total Aber Valley crimes were 688. The crime rate of Aber Valley in 2024 was 189.50 (year) or 15.79 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
In 2023, the total crimes in Aber Valley were around 515 crimes with yearly crime rate of 141.85 (year) or 11.82 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the Caerphilly.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Aber Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Aber Valley) | Crimes | Rank (Aber Valley) | |
| Aberbargoed and Bargoed | 2 | 2 | 1,362 | 2 | 1,358 | 1 |
| Blackwood | NA | NA | 1,417 | 1 | 1,169 | 2 |
| Penyrheol | 1 | 7 | 1,103 | 4 | 949 | 3 |
| Crumlin | NA | NA | 1,174 | 3 | 803 | 6 |
| Gilfach | 2 | 3 | 157 | 31 | 190 | 30 |
| St Cattwg | NA | NA | 898 | 8 | 871 | 4 |
| Nelson | 1 | 4 | 394 | 26 | 296 | 28 |
| Morgan Jones | NA | NA | 1,003 | 6 | 847 | 5 |
| St Martins | NA | NA | 1,008 | 5 | 730 | 8 |
| Llanbradach | 1 | 5 | 462 | 23 | 413 | 23 |
| Machen and Rudry | 1 | 6 | 431 | 24 | 410 | 24 |
| Cefn Fforest and Pengam | NA | NA | 937 | 7 | 763 | 7 |
| Pontllanfraith | 1 | 8 | 697 | 14 | 631 | 12 |
| Risca West | NA | NA | 780 | 10 | 697 | 9 |
| Van | 1 | 10 | 791 | 9 | 575 | 18 |
| Twyn Carno | 1 | 9 | 675 | 18 | 679 | 10 |
| New Tredegar | NA | NA | 657 | 20 | 670 | 11 |
| Maesycwmmer | NA | NA | 771 | 11 | 630 | 13 |
| Ystrad Mynach | NA | NA | 761 | 12 | 627 | 14 |
| Risca East | NA | NA | 718 | 13 | 557 | 19 |
| Hengoed | NA | NA | 687 | 17 | 626 | 15 |
| Newbridge | NA | NA | 693 | 15 | 523 | 20 |
| Moriah and Pontlottyn | NA | NA | 658 | 19 | 597 | 16 |
| Bedwas and Trethomas | NA | NA | 643 | 21 | 579 | 17 |
| Abercarn | NA | NA | 564 | 22 | 473 | 22 |
| Crosskeys | NA | NA | 347 | 27 | 342 | 25 |
| Ynysddu | NA | NA | 402 | 25 | 332 | 26 |
| Penmaen | NA | NA | 313 | 28 | 303 | 27 |
| Argoed | NA | NA | 264 | 29 | 211 | 29 |
| Darran Valley | NA | NA | 213 | 30 | 167 | 31 |
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
In December 2025, Drugs recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
For August 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 (15 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 148 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 18.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 28 |
| July 2025 | 35 |
| June 2025 | 29 |
| May 2025 | 20 |
| April 2025 | 13 |
| March 2025 | 20 |
A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 76 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 15 |
| July 2025 | 9 |
| June 2025 | 15 |
| May 2025 | 10 |
| April 2025 | 10 |
| March 2025 | 17 |
A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 13 |
| July 2025 | 9 |
| June 2025 | 7 |
| May 2025 | 8 |
| April 2025 | 4 |
| March 2025 | 11 |
A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 8 |
| July 2025 | 7 |
| June 2025 | 7 |
| May 2025 | 10 |
| April 2025 | 8 |
| March 2025 | 6 |
A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 5 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aber Valley postcode area is presented below.