Crime Rate in Bulwark and Thornwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bulwark and Thornwell

The total recorded crimes in Bulwark and Thornwell, Monmouthshire, UK in July 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bulwark and Thornwell crime rate of 5.17 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 Bulwark and Thornwell, encompassing approximately 7,739 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
Bulwark and Thornwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Celandine Court with total crimes: 4
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3
  • The Reddings with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bulwark and Thornwell?

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

  • Relative to Monmouthshire:

    • In 2024, Bulwark and Thornwell reported a higher crime volume than the Monmouthshire average, with 334 crimes compared to 235. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Bulwark and Thornwell witnessed more crimes than 31 out of 38 other areas in the Monmouthshire.

    • In 2023, Bulwark and Thornwell experienced a greater number of crimes than the Monmouthshire average, with 340 crimes compared to 170. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Bulwark and Thornwell witnessed more crimes than 36 out of 38 other areas in the Monmouthshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Monmouthshire, Bulwark and Thornwell has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Bulwark and Thornwell Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bulwark and Thornwell has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 5.17 ranking 5th out of 38 in the Monmouthshire, UK

In 2024, the total Bulwark and Thornwell crimes were 334. The crime rate of Bulwark and Thornwell in 2024 was 43.16 (year) or 3.60 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Monmouthshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bulwark and Thornwell were around 340 crimes with yearly crime rate of 43.93 (year) or 3.66 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Monmouthshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)
Chepstow Castle and Larkfield45 1689 1520 1
Pen Y Fal44 2527 3364 2
Gobion Fawr33 8660 2141 20
Magor East with Undy43 3332 9256 9
Mitchel Troy and Trellech United25 14257 13303 4
Park26 12521 4267 8
Llanfoist Fawr and Govilon42 4432 5236 12
Overmonnow33 9329 10290 5
Dewstow23 18251 14269 6
Town36 7405 6255 11
Drybridge36 6246 15119 24
Caldicot Cross32 11262 12269 7
Lansdown23 17352 7256 10
Grofield32 10231 16193 13
Croesonen25 13324 11187 14
Llanbadoc and Usk23 16200 19183 15
Llangybi Fawr24 15213 17153 17
West End18 21169 22176 16
Mardy7 31156 26150 18
Llanelly21 19207 18131 22
Llantilio Crossenny12 26135 28147 19
Devauden12 27183 20117 25
Portskewett19 20146 27134 21
Mount Pleasant12 25181 21120 23
Wyesham16 22159 2593 28
Rogiet16 23167 23105 26
Cantref8 30160 2485 30
Goetre Fawr14 24120 30100 27
Caerwent11 2881 3584 31
Severn5 36113 3190 29
Raglan5 35129 2978 33
Crucorney11 29100 3266 36
Caldicot Castle7 3284 3479 32
Magor West7 3395 3376 34
St Kingsmark6 3457 3744 37
Shirenewton4 3852 3869 35
St Arvans4 3764 3641 38
OsbastonNA NA34 3925 39

Bulwark and Thornwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 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 (11 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

In February 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 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 (20 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 152 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202518
May 202510
April 202519
March 202511
February 20251
January 202515
December 20246
November 202420
October 20246
September 202416
August 202412

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20258
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
January 20253
December 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
March 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
August 20248

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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

High Crime Locations Bulwark and Thornwell in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bulwark and Thornwell postcode area is presented below.

1. Celandine Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime1
2. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Burglary1
3. The Reddings (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Tenby Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Lady Margaret Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Somerset Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
8. Mathern Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Cromwell Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Striguil Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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