Crime Rate in Newent & Taynton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newent & Taynton

The total recorded crimes in Newent & Taynton, Forest of Dean, UK in May 2025 are around 42 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newent & Taynton crime rate of 6.79 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 Newent & Taynton, encompassing approximately 6,185 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (142.86% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Newent & Taynton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kews Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Blenheim Drive with total crimes: 4
  • The Tythings with total crimes: 3

How safe is Newent & Taynton?

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

  • Relative to Forest of Dean:

    • In 2024, Newent & Taynton reported a higher crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 502 crimes compared to 303. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newent & Taynton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

    • In 2023, Newent & Taynton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 559 crimes compared to 302. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newent & Taynton witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Newent & Taynton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Newent & Taynton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Newent & Taynton has recorded 42 crimes with crime rate of 6.79 ranking 5th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK

In 2024, the total Newent & Taynton crimes were 502. The crime rate of Newent & Taynton in 2024 was 81.16 (year) or 6.76 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newent & Taynton were around 559 crimes with yearly crime rate of 90.38 (year) or 7.53 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newent & Taynton)CrimesRank (Newent & Taynton)CrimesRank (Newent & Taynton)
Coleford55 3801 1804 1
Lydney East84 1634 2753 2
Cinderford West60 2512 3447 6
Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook30 8480 6524 4
Cinderford East47 4507 4463 5
Berry Hill34 6325 8301 10
Tidenham25 9372 7363 7
Longhope & Huntley32 7305 9346 8
Ruspidge22 13296 10304 9
Newnham24 10234 12188 14
Bream20 14246 11226 11
Hartpury & Redmarley24 11188 15150 15
Lydney West & Aylburton23 12215 14220 12
Pillowell19 15217 13193 13
St. Briavels9 17150 16132 16
Newland & Sling9 1667 2089 18
Dymock9 18135 17107 17
Westbury-on-Severn2 2173 1866 19
Lydbrook7 1969 1959 20
Lydney North3 2044 2144 21

Newent & Taynton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 251 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 19.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 20257
March 202517
February 202531
January 202518
December 202412
November 202417
October 202418
September 20249
August 202419
July 202423
June 202450
May 202413

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 118 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20254
March 202517
February 20258
January 20259
December 20244
November 20247
October 202410
September 20248
August 20245
July 20249
June 202420
May 20245

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20255
February 20256
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20255
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.54 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20246
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20253
January 20251
October 20243
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Newent & Taynton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Newent & Taynton postcode area is presented below.

1. Kews Lane (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Blenheim Drive (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. The Tythings (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
4. Watery Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Church Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. St Bartholomews (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Broad Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Southend Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Botloes Green (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sterrys Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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