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 May 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bulwark and Thornwell crime rate of 3.23 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-47.37% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Bulwark and Thornwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Marsh Road with total crimes: 3
  • Lord Eldon Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Middle Way with total crimes: 2

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 May 2025 the Bulwark and Thornwell has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 3.23 ranking 9th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)CrimesRank (Bulwark and Thornwell)
Chepstow Castle and Larkfield51 1689 1520 1
Pen Y Fal29 5527 3364 2
Gobion Fawr30 3660 2141 20
Llanfoist Fawr and Govilon42 2432 5236 12
Mitchel Troy and Trellech United10 27257 13303 4
Park17 15521 4267 8
Dewstow29 4251 14269 6
Overmonnow26 6329 10290 5
Town16 16405 6255 11
Caldicot Cross25 8262 12269 7
Lansdown14 18352 7256 10
Magor East with Undy26 7332 9256 9
Llanelly23 10207 18131 22
Croesonen15 17324 11187 14
Grofield23 11231 16193 13
Wyesham19 12159 2593 28
Mount Pleasant19 13181 21120 23
West End19 14169 22176 16
Llanbadoc and Usk13 21200 19183 15
Drybridge13 20246 15119 24
Llangybi Fawr12 24213 17153 17
Mardy12 22156 26150 18
Llantilio Crossenny3 36135 28147 19
Portskewett14 19146 27134 21
Devauden9 29183 20117 25
Rogiet10 26167 23105 26
Cantref12 23160 2485 30
Severn10 25113 3190 29
Goetre Fawr8 32120 30100 27
Crucorney10 28100 3266 36
Raglan8 30129 2978 33
Caerwent3 3781 3584 31
Magor West8 3195 3376 34
Caldicot Castle6 3584 3479 32
St Kingsmark7 3357 3744 37
Shirenewton7 3452 3869 35
St Arvans2 3864 3641 38
Osbaston2 3934 3925 39

Bulwark and Thornwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 159 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202519
March 202511
February 20251
January 202515
December 20246
November 202420
October 20246
September 202416
August 202412
July 20247
June 202426
May 202410

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
October 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
January 20254
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241
July 20243
May 20241

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
August 20248
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20258
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

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

High Crime Locations Bulwark and Thornwell in May 2025

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

1. Marsh Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
2. Lord Eldon Drive (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Middle Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pembroke Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Lewis Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
7. M48 (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lady Margaret Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Somerset Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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