Crime in Abercarn: statistics, rates and trends
493 crimes were recorded in Abercarn in the 12 months to July 2026, 90.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Abercarn at a glance
- Crime trends in Abercarn
- Types of crime in Abercarn
- Abercarn compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Abercarn
- Streets with the most crime in Abercarn
- What happened after crimes were reported in Abercarn
- Population and deprivation in Abercarn
- Questions about crime in Abercarn
- About this data
493 crimes were recorded in Abercarn in the 12 months to July 2026, 90.6 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 182 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Abercarn has the 475th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Abercarn | Caerphilly | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 493 | 18,746 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 90.6 | 106.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 5,441 | 176,865 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Abercarn was highest in the year to July 2021 (608 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (413). Over the whole period it rose 19%, 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 | 493 | 90.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 475 | 87.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 549 | 100.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 471 | 86.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 471 | 86.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 608 | 111.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 558 | 102.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 462 | 84.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 413 | 75.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 36 |
| June 2026 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 41 |
| April 2026 | 53 |
| March 2026 | 42 |
| February 2026 | 49 |
| January 2026 | 43 |
| December 2025 | 34 |
| November 2025 | 51 |
| October 2025 | 24 |
| September 2025 | 46 |
| August 2025 | 45 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Abercarn 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 anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson, other crime.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+22%). The largest falls were in public order (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 182 | 33.4 | 0.98 | +4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 114 | 21.0 | 1.37 | +6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 50 | 9.2 | 1.36 | +9% |
| Public order | 45 | 8.3 | 1.24 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 28 | 5.1 | 1.04 | +22% |
| Other theft | 25 | 4.6 | 0.72 | +32% |
| Burglary | 15 | 2.8 | 0.78 | -21% |
| Other crime | 15 | 2.8 | 1.31 | +88% |
| Drugs | 12 | 2.2 | 0.67 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.7 | 0.76 | +300% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.4 | 0.04 | -50% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.14 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Abercarn
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Abercarn recorded 182 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (33.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 36.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Abercarn
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Abercarn recorded 114 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 23.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Abercarn
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Abercarn recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Abercarn
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Abercarn recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Abercarn
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Abercarn recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Abercarn
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Abercarn recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Abercarn
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Abercarn recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Abercarn
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Abercarn recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 88% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Abercarn
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Abercarn recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Abercarn
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Abercarn recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Abercarn
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Abercarn recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Abercarn
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Abercarn recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Abercarn, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Abercarn.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Abercarn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge | 573 | 100.5 | +11% |
| Pontllanfraith | 978 | 96.8 | +7% |
| Oakdale | 334 | 61.9 | -32% |
| Risca | 1,580 | 109.8 | +21% |
| Blackwood | 1,641 | 144.9 | +60% |
| Cwmbrân | 6,227 | 137.3 | +52% |
| Ystrad Mynach | 1,277 | 113.9 | +26% |
| Bedwas | 689 | 98.3 | +8% |
1 areas within Abercarn, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Abercarn had the highest rate (90.6 per 1,000) and Abercarn the lowest (90.6). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercarn | Neighbourhood | 5,441 | 493 | 90.6 |
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 Abercarn over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Pant-Y-Resk Road | 35 |
| On or near Royal Close | 25 |
| On or near Parking Area | 19 |
| On or near Newport Road | 18 |
| On or near Dôl Ebwy | 17 |
| On or near Ivor Street | 17 |
| On or near Market Place | 17 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 17 |
| On or near Coed Celynen Drive | 16 |
| On or near Gwyddon Road | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Abercarn 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 | 163 | 33.1% |
| Not recorded | 114 | 23.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 99 | 20.1% |
| Under investigation | 54 | 11.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 20 | 4.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 13 | 2.6% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 2.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 1.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 1.2% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Abercarn has an estimated population of 5,441. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Abercarn sits in decile 5.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Abercarn |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 68.1% |
| Social rented homes | 15.9% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 |
Is Abercarn a safe place to live?
Abercarn recorded 90.6 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 Abercarn?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 182 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (114).
Is crime in Abercarn going up or down?
Recorded crime in Abercarn was up 4% on the year before: 493 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 475 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Abercarn?
Abercarn 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 Abercarn. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.