Is Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen Safe?
Crime statistics for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 212 total crimes recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen safe?
Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has a CrimeRadar safety score of 69/100, rated Safe. A total of 212 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 78.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen in the last 12 months?
212 crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen 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 78.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (979 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 93 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?
The most common crime in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen is Violent Crime, with 93 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.9% 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 78.4% — from 979 crimes in the previous 12 months to 212 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?
Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has a safety score of 69 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen compare to the Gwent Police average?
Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has a safety score of 69/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 60/100. Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?
2.7% of crimes recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?
93 violent crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen in the last 12 months — representing 43.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 32 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen last updated?
The crime data for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen was last updated in July 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen with other areas?
You can compare Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen 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.