Crime Rate in Caldicot Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caldicot Cross

The total recorded crimes in Caldicot Cross, Monmouthshire, UK in July 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caldicot Cross crime rate of 9.90 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 Caldicot Cross, encompassing approximately 3,233 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Caldicot Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Newport Road with total crimes: 11
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 11
  • Castle Lodge Crescent with total crimes: 3

How safe is Caldicot Cross?

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

  • Relative to Monmouthshire:

    • In 2024, Caldicot Cross reported a higher crime volume than the Monmouthshire average, with 262 crimes compared to 235. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Caldicot Cross witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 38 other areas in the Monmouthshire.

    • In 2023, Caldicot Cross experienced a greater number of crimes than the Monmouthshire average, with 269 crimes compared to 170. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Caldicot Cross witnessed more crimes than 33 out of 38 other areas in the Monmouthshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Caldicot Cross Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Caldicot Cross has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 9.90 ranking 11th out of 38 in the Monmouthshire, UK

In 2024, the total Caldicot Cross crimes were 262. The crime rate of Caldicot Cross in 2024 was 81.03 (year) or 6.75 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Monmouthshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caldicot Cross were around 269 crimes with yearly crime rate of 83.19 (year) or 6.93 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Monmouthshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Caldicot Cross)CrimesRank (Caldicot Cross)CrimesRank (Caldicot Cross)
Chepstow Castle and Larkfield45 1689 1520 1
Pen Y Fal44 2527 3364 2
Gobion Fawr33 8660 2141 20
Bulwark and Thornwell40 5334 8340 3
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
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

Caldicot Cross 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 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 84 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20258
May 20257
April 20259
March 20258
January 20252
December 20249
November 20248
October 20245
September 20246
August 20247

A total of 55 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 202511
April 20255
March 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20255
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20244
August 20242

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
April 20252
March 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
August 20242

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
November 20243

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Caldicot Cross in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Caldicot Cross postcode area is presented below.

1. Newport Road (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Shoplifting2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Castle Lodge Crescent (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Orchid Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Jolyons Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Maghausel Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Norman Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Deepweir Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Railway View (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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