Crime in Malpas, Newport: statistics, rates and trends
646 crimes were recorded in Malpas, Newport in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Malpas, Newport at a glance
- Crime trends in Malpas, Newport
- Types of crime in Malpas, Newport
- Malpas, Newport compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Malpas, Newport
- What happened after crimes were reported in Malpas, Newport
- Population and deprivation in Malpas, Newport
- Questions about crime in Malpas, Newport
- About this data
646 crimes were recorded in Malpas, Newport in the 12 months to July 2026, 84.0 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 225 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Malpas, Newport has the 1,701st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Malpas, Newport | Newport | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 646 | 22,735 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 84.0 | 135.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,693 | 167,899 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Malpas, Newport was highest in the year to July 2024 (826 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (585). Over the whole period it rose 9%, 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 | 646 | 84.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 662 | 86.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 826 | 107.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 585 | 76.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 607 | 78.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 716 | 93.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 677 | 88.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 671 | 87.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 593 | 77.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 67 |
| June 2026 | 52 |
| May 2026 | 37 |
| April 2026 | 56 |
| March 2026 | 65 |
| February 2026 | 57 |
| January 2026 | 47 |
| December 2025 | 67 |
| November 2025 | 48 |
| October 2025 | 47 |
| September 2025 | 47 |
| August 2025 | 56 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Malpas, Newport 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 shoplifting, other crime.
The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+26%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 225 | 29.2 | 0.85 | -6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 97 | 12.6 | 0.82 | -26% |
| Shoplifting | 92 | 12.0 | 1.44 | +1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 58 | 7.5 | 1.11 | +26% |
| Public order | 57 | 7.4 | 1.12 | +4% |
| Other theft | 26 | 3.4 | 0.53 | +37% |
| Drugs | 21 | 2.7 | 0.83 | +0% |
| Other crime | 21 | 2.7 | 1.29 | +11% |
| Burglary | 18 | 2.3 | 0.66 | +0% |
| Vehicle crime | 18 | 2.3 | 0.48 | +6% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.8 | 0.80 | +100% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.8 | 0.58 | +200% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.16 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Malpas, Newport
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Malpas, Newport recorded 225 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (29.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 34.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Malpas, Newport
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Malpas, Newport recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 15.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Malpas, Newport
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Malpas, Newport recorded 92 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 14.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Malpas, Newport
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Malpas, Newport recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Malpas, Newport
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Malpas, Newport recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Malpas, Newport
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Malpas, Newport recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 37% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Malpas, Newport
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Malpas, Newport recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Malpas, Newport
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Malpas, Newport recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Malpas, Newport
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Malpas, Newport recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Malpas, Newport
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Malpas, Newport recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Malpas, Newport
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Malpas, Newport recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Malpas, Newport
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Malpas, Newport recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Malpas, Newport
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Malpas, Newport recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Malpas, Newport, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Malpas, Newport.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Malpas, Newport |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury | 729 | 137.0 | +63% |
| Bettws | 1,261 | 148.9 | +77% |
| St Julians | 1,284 | 135.2 | +61% |
| Caerleon | 687 | 86.8 | +3% |
| Allt-yr-yn | 857 | 87.1 | +4% |
| Victoria | 1,304 | 131.1 | +56% |
| Beechwood | 759 | 97.8 | +16% |
| Stow Hill | 4,521 | 733.0 | +773% |
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 Malpas, Newport over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Malpas Road | 87 |
| On or near Trevithick Close | 40 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 37 |
| On or near Oliphant Circle | 35 |
| On or near Jeans Close | 31 |
| On or near Pilton Vale | 28 |
| On or near Whittle Drive | 20 |
| On or near Simpson Close | 19 |
| On or near Claremont | 15 |
| On or near Westfield Gardens | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Malpas, Newport 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 | 199 | 30.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 146 | 22.6% |
| Under investigation | 107 | 16.6% |
| Not recorded | 97 | 15.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 29 | 4.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 25 | 3.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 19 | 2.9% |
| Local resolution | 16 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Malpas, Newport has an estimated population of 7,693. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Malpas, Newport sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Malpas, Newport |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.1% |
| Social rented homes | 14.6% |
| Private rented homes | 10.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 22.0% |
Is Malpas, Newport a safe place to live?
Malpas, Newport recorded 84.0 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 Malpas, Newport?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 225 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (97).
Is crime in Malpas, Newport going up or down?
Recorded crime in Malpas, Newport was down 2% on the year before: 646 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 662 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Malpas, Newport?
Malpas, Newport 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 Malpas, Newport. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.