The total recorded crimes in Newland & Sling, Forest of Dean, UK in January 2026 are around 3 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newland & Sling crime rate of 12.65 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 Newland & Sling, encompassing approximately 237 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 Newland & Sling, we need to analyze Newland & Sling crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Forest of Dean:
In 2024, Newland & Sling demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Forest of Dean average, with 67 crimes compared to 303.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Newland & Sling recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, Newland & Sling had fewer crimes than the Forest of Dean average, with 89 crimes compared to 302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Newland & Sling recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Forest of Dean.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Forest of Dean, Newland & Sling has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In January 2026 the Newland & Sling has recorded 3 crimes with crime rate of 12.65 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Forest of Dean, UK
In 2024, the total Newland & Sling crimes were 67. The crime rate of Newland & Sling in 2024 was 282.46 (year) or 23.54 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
In 2023, the total crimes in Newland & Sling were around 89 crimes with yearly crime rate of 375.21 (year) or 31.27 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Forest of Dean.
| Area | January 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Newland & Sling) | Crimes | Rank (Newland & Sling) | Crimes | Rank (Newland & Sling) | |
| Coleford | 51 | 2 | 801 | 1 | 804 | 1 |
| Lydney East | 52 | 1 | 634 | 2 | 753 | 2 |
| Newent & Taynton | 35 | 4 | 502 | 5 | 559 | 3 |
| Cinderford West | 22 | 8 | 512 | 3 | 447 | 6 |
| Cinderford East | 35 | 3 | 507 | 4 | 463 | 5 |
| Mitcheldean, Ruardean & Drybrook | 28 | 5 | 480 | 6 | 524 | 4 |
| Longhope & Huntley | 25 | 6 | 305 | 9 | 346 | 8 |
| Tidenham | 20 | 9 | 372 | 7 | 363 | 7 |
| Berry Hill | 23 | 7 | 325 | 8 | 301 | 10 |
| Ruspidge | 17 | 10 | 296 | 10 | 304 | 9 |
| Bream | 9 | 15 | 246 | 11 | 226 | 11 |
| Lydney West & Aylburton | 16 | 11 | 215 | 14 | 220 | 12 |
| Newnham | 11 | 14 | 234 | 12 | 188 | 14 |
| Hartpury & Redmarley | 13 | 12 | 188 | 15 | 150 | 15 |
| Pillowell | 5 | 19 | 217 | 13 | 193 | 13 |
| St. Briavels | 12 | 13 | 150 | 16 | 132 | 16 |
| Lydney North | 7 | 16 | 44 | 21 | 44 | 21 |
| Dymock | 5 | 18 | 135 | 17 | 107 | 17 |
| Westbury-on-Severn | 6 | 17 | 73 | 18 | 66 | 19 |
| Lydbrook | 2 | 21 | 69 | 19 | 59 | 20 |
In January 2026, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).
In October 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (1 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 34 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 3 |
| November 2025 | 5 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 3 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 7 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 2 |
| July 2025 | 4 |
| June 2025 | 3 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 3 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Newland & Sling postcode area is presented below.