Crime in Gaer: statistics, rates and trends
939 crimes were recorded in Gaer in the 12 months to July 2026, 100.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 21% on the year before.
939 crimes were recorded in Gaer in the 12 months to July 2026, 100.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 21% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 348 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Gaer has the 1,226th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Gaer | Newport | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 939 | 22,735 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 100.6 | 135.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -21% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 9,333 | 167,899 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Gaer was highest in the year to July 2024 (1,230 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (939). Over the whole period it fell 7%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 939 | 100.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,191 | 127.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,230 | 131.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,071 | 114.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 984 | 105.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,179 | 126.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,187 | 127.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,023 | 109.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,008 | 108.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 101 |
| June 2026 | 72 |
| May 2026 | 83 |
| April 2026 | 80 |
| March 2026 | 97 |
| February 2026 | 59 |
| January 2026 | 82 |
| December 2025 | 78 |
| November 2025 | 76 |
| October 2025 | 70 |
| September 2025 | 66 |
| August 2025 | 75 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Gaer over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for public order, criminal damage and arson, burglary.
The largest increases were in burglary (+26%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-57%) and shoplifting (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 348 | 37.3 | 1.09 | -5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 129 | 13.8 | 0.90 | -34% |
| Public order | 125 | 13.4 | 2.02 | -19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 83 | 8.9 | 1.31 | -33% |
| Shoplifting | 71 | 7.6 | 0.92 | -40% |
| Other theft | 62 | 6.6 | 1.04 | -2% |
| Burglary | 44 | 4.7 | 1.33 | +26% |
| Other crime | 24 | 2.6 | 1.22 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 22 | 2.4 | 0.48 | -57% |
| Drugs | 14 | 1.5 | 0.46 | -30% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.6 | 0.66 | -40% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.5 | 0.40 | -38% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.4 | 0.52 | -64% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.13 | -33% |
Violence and sexual offences in Gaer
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Gaer recorded 348 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (37.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 37.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Gaer
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Gaer recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 34% on the year before. It made up 13.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Gaer
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Gaer recorded 125 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 13.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Gaer
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Gaer recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Gaer
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Gaer recorded 71 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Gaer
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Gaer recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Gaer
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Gaer recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Gaer
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Gaer recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Gaer
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Gaer recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Gaer
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Gaer recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Gaer
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Gaer recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Gaer
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Gaer recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Gaer
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Gaer recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 64% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Gaer
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Gaer recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Gaer, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Gaer.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Gaer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allt-yr-yn | 857 | 87.1 | -13% |
| Stow Hill | 4,521 | 733.0 | +629% |
| Pillgwenlly | 2,282 | 211.9 | +111% |
| Rogerstone East | 326 | 79.3 | -21% |
| Graig | 207 | 43.4 | -57% |
| Victoria | 1,304 | 131.1 | +30% |
| Tredegar Park and Marshfield | 1,074 | 89.5 | -11% |
| Shaftesbury | 729 | 137.0 | +36% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Gaer over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Buxton Close | 67 |
| On or near Maesglas Grove | 61 |
| On or near Old Cardiff Road | 58 |
| On or near Masefield Vale | 45 |
| On or near Ben Jonson Way | 43 |
| On or near Cefn Adda Court | 38 |
| On or near Supermarket | 37 |
| On or near Bideford Close | 35 |
| On or near Lyndhurst Avenue | 34 |
| On or near Highfield Road | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Gaer over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 311 | 33.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 225 | 24.0% |
| Under investigation | 159 | 16.9% |
| Not recorded | 129 | 13.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 40 | 4.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 28 | 3.0% |
| Local resolution | 20 | 2.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 13 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.5% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Gaer has an estimated population of 9,333. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Gaer sits in decile 4.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Gaer |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 19.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 60.0% |
| Social rented homes | 28.2% |
| Private rented homes | 11.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.0 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 19.5% |
Is Gaer a safe place to live?
Gaer recorded 100.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Gaer?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 348 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (129).
Is crime in Gaer going up or down?
Recorded crime in Gaer was down 21% on the year before: 939 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,191 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Gaer?
Gaer is policed by Gwent. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Gaer. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.