Crime in Caerleon: statistics, rates and trends
687 crimes were recorded in Caerleon in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Caerleon at a glance
- Crime trends in Caerleon
- Types of crime in Caerleon
- Caerleon compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Caerleon
- Streets with the most crime in Caerleon
- What happened after crimes were reported in Caerleon
- Population and deprivation in Caerleon
- Questions about crime in Caerleon
- About this data
687 crimes were recorded in Caerleon in the 12 months to July 2026, 86.8 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 272 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Caerleon has the 519th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Caerleon | Newport | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 687 | 22,735 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 86.8 | 135.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,918 | 167,899 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Caerleon was highest in the year to July 2025 (707 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (481). Over the whole period it rose 24%, 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 | 687 | 86.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 707 | 89.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 667 | 84.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 624 | 78.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 481 | 60.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 639 | 80.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 610 | 77.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 505 | 63.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 555 | 70.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 72 |
| June 2026 | 62 |
| May 2026 | 51 |
| April 2026 | 67 |
| March 2026 | 57 |
| February 2026 | 38 |
| January 2026 | 54 |
| December 2025 | 67 |
| November 2025 | 53 |
| October 2025 | 61 |
| September 2025 | 46 |
| August 2025 | 59 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Caerleon 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 criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in other theft (+100%). The largest falls were in other crime (-25%) and vehicle crime (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 272 | 34.4 | 1.00 | -12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 126 | 15.9 | 1.04 | +3% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 94 | 11.9 | 1.75 | -7% |
| Public order | 60 | 7.6 | 1.14 | -10% |
| Other theft | 42 | 5.3 | 0.83 | +100% |
| Burglary | 33 | 4.2 | 1.18 | +106% |
| Vehicle crime | 20 | 2.5 | 0.51 | -23% |
| Other crime | 15 | 1.9 | 0.90 | -25% |
| Drugs | 10 | 1.3 | 0.39 | +25% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 1.3 | 0.15 | -17% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.3 | 0.31 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.26 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Caerleon
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Caerleon recorded 272 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 39.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Caerleon
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Caerleon recorded 126 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 18.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Caerleon
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Caerleon recorded 94 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 13.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Caerleon
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Caerleon recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Caerleon
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Caerleon recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Caerleon
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Caerleon recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 106% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Caerleon
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Caerleon recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Caerleon
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Caerleon recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Caerleon
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Caerleon recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Caerleon
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Caerleon recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Caerleon
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Caerleon recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 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 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Caerleon
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Caerleon recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Caerleon
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Caerleon recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Caerleon, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Caerleon.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Caerleon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport (Newport) | 20,772 | 151.2 | +74% |
| Cwmbrân | 6,227 | 137.3 | +58% |
| Rogerstone | 395 | 44.2 | -49% |
| Risca | 1,580 | 109.8 | +27% |
| Pontypool | 2,730 | 98.5 | +14% |
| Undy and Magor | 397 | 62.1 | -28% |
| Abercarn | 493 | 90.6 | +4% |
| Newbridge | 573 | 100.5 | +16% |
1 areas within Caerleon, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Caerleon had the highest rate (86.8 per 1,000) and Caerleon the lowest (86.8). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caerleon | Neighbourhood | 7,918 | 687 | 86.8 |
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 Caerleon over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 112 |
| On or near Lodge Road | 58 |
| On or near B4236 | 43 |
| On or near Flavius Close | 27 |
| On or near Old Hill Crescent | 27 |
| On or near Westgate Court | 23 |
| On or near Hadrian Close | 20 |
| On or near Ponthir Road | 15 |
| On or near Lulworth Road | 14 |
| On or near High Street | 14 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Caerleon 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 | 226 | 32.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 159 | 23.1% |
| Not recorded | 126 | 18.3% |
| Under investigation | 101 | 14.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 29 | 4.2% |
| Local resolution | 17 | 2.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 1.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 0.9% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 6 | 0.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 0.3% |
Caerleon has an estimated population of 7,918. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Caerleon sits in decile 8.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Caerleon |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.0% |
| Social rented homes | 10.6% |
| Private rented homes | 11.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.4 |
Is Caerleon a safe place to live?
Caerleon recorded 86.8 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 Caerleon?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 272 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (126).
Is crime in Caerleon going up or down?
Recorded crime in Caerleon was down 3% on the year before: 687 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 707 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Caerleon?
Caerleon 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 Caerleon. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.