Crime Rate in Shaftesbury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shaftesbury

The total recorded crimes in Shaftesbury, Newport, UK in July 2025 are around 195 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shaftesbury crime rate of 13.85 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 Shaftesbury, encompassing approximately 14,080 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (76) incidents (31.03% increase)
  • Public order: (29) incidents (61.11% increase)
  • Other theft: (19) incidents (850.00% increase)
Shaftesbury Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shaftesbury Street with total crimes: 33
  • Glastonbury Close with total crimes: 21
  • Harlequin Court with total crimes: 18

How safe is Shaftesbury?

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

  • Relative to Newport:

    • In 2024, Shaftesbury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Newport average, with 1956 crimes compared to 2560.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Shaftesbury witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Newport.

    • In 2023, Shaftesbury had fewer crimes than the Newport average, with 1,708 crimes compared to 2,084. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Shaftesbury witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Newport.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Newport, Shaftesbury has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Shaftesbury Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Shaftesbury has recorded 195 crimes with crime rate of 13.85 ranking 7th out of 20 in the Newport, UK

In 2024, the total Shaftesbury crimes were 1,956. The crime rate of Shaftesbury in 2024 was 138.91 (year) or 11.58 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Newport.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shaftesbury were around 1,708 crimes with yearly crime rate of 121.30 (year) or 10.11 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Newport.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shaftesbury)CrimesRank (Shaftesbury)CrimesRank (Shaftesbury)
Stow Hill855 111,916 18,433 1
Pillgwenlly496 36,009 26,227 2
Ringland526 25,432 43,692 4
Lliswerry375 45,493 35,136 3
Victoria218 63,263 52,768 5
St Julians301 53,237 62,745 6
Gaer174 82,119 92,013 7
Bettws132 102,803 71,959 9
Beechwood170 92,125 81,975 8
Alway130 111,638 111,248 11
Tredegar Park and Marshfield124 121,515 121,194 12
Allt-yr-yn93 151,115 13995 13
Rogerstone East100 13924 15744 15
Malpas84 171,065 14779 14
Llanwern96 14903 16468 17
Caerleon85 16771 17598 16
Rogerstone West23 20546 18390 18
Bishton and Langstone47 18462 19324 19
Graig26 19295 20287 20
Rogerstone North14 21172 2181 21

Shaftesbury 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 76 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (58 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (50 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (29 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 51 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (29 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (61 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (60 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
December 20243
November 20246
September 20249

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20253
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 556 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 50.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202576
June 202558
May 202555
April 202550
March 202532
January 202547
December 202451
November 202419
October 202461
September 202447
August 202460

A total of 46 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.60 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 20251
April 20256
March 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20246
August 20243

A total of 68 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 20252
May 20253
April 20256
March 20257
January 20257
December 202413
November 20245
August 20246

A total of 210 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202518
May 202530
April 202529
March 202520
January 202513
December 20244
November 20244
October 202416
September 202425
August 202422

A total of 210 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202523
May 202520
April 202514
March 202522
January 202510
December 20243
November 202429
October 202421
September 202430
August 202423

A total of 185 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 16.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 202518
April 202510
March 202511
January 202516
December 202427
November 202421
October 202426
September 20249
August 202425

A total of 53 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
May 20253
April 20258
March 20253
January 20253
December 20249
October 20245
September 20244
August 20249

A total of 56 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20253
March 202512
December 202415
November 20241
October 20246
September 20249
August 20243

A total of 218 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20257
May 202530
April 202524
March 202521
January 202527
December 20249
November 202419
October 202417
September 202426
August 202427

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20256
April 20251
March 20253
December 20244
October 20244
September 202410
August 20243

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
December 20243
November 20241
August 20243

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

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Shaftesbury in July 2025

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

1. Shaftesbury Street (Map)
Total33
Violence and sexual offences12
Other theft6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Robbery3
Vehicle crime3
2. Glastonbury Close (Map)
Total21
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Harlequin Court (Map)
Total18
Public order6
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
4. Wyndham Street (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft3
5. Wheeler Street (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order3
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Shoplifting3
7. Goodrich Crescent (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Shoplifting3
8. Canterbury Close (Map)
Total9
Other theft3
Public order3
Vehicle crime3
9. The Turnstiles (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Agincourt Street (Map)
Total6
Other crime3
Public order3

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