Gwent Police

Is Aber Valley Safe?

Crime statistics for Aber Valley. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.

Last 12 months: July 2025 – June 2026 222 crimes
68 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

222 Crimes (last 12 months)
4.9% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓65.6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 222 total crimes recorded in Aber Valley

Violent Crime
98 44.1%
Anti-Social Behaviour
34 15.3%
Public Order
31 14%
Criminal Damage & Arson
20 9%
Drugs
10 4.5%
Other Crime
9 4.1%
Vehicle Crime
5 2.3%
Burglary
5 2.3%
Other Theft
4 1.8%
Shoplifting
3 1.4%
Possession of Weapons
2 0.9%
Robbery
1 0.5%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Aber Valley — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aber Valley safe?

Aber Valley has a CrimeRadar safety score of 68/100, rated Safe. A total of 222 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 65.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Aber Valley is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Aber Valley in the last 12 months?

222 crimes were recorded in Aber Valley in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 65.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (645 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 98 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Aber Valley?

The most common crime in Aber Valley is Violent Crime, with 98 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.1% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Aber Valley increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Aber Valley is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 65.6% — from 645 crimes in the previous 12 months to 222 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Aber Valley?

Aber Valley has a safety score of 68 out of 100 (Safe). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Aber Valley compare to the Gwent Police average?

Aber Valley has a safety score of 68/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 64/100. Aber Valley is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Aber Valley?

4.9% of crimes recorded in Aber Valley resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Gwent Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Aber Valley?

98 violent crimes were recorded in Aber Valley in the last 12 months — representing 44.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 34 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Aber Valley last updated?

The crime data for Aber Valley was last updated in June 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Aber Valley with other areas?

You can compare Aber Valley with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: June 2026.