Is Caerleon Safe?
Crime statistics for Caerleon. Based on official UK Police data, updated June 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 263 total crimes recorded in Caerleon
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Caerleon — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caerleon safe?
Caerleon has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 263 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 62.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Caerleon is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Caerleon in the last 12 months?
263 crimes were recorded in Caerleon 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 62.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (693 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 92 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Caerleon?
The most common crime in Caerleon is Violent Crime, with 92 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35% 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 Caerleon increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Caerleon is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 62.1% — from 693 crimes in the previous 12 months to 263 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Caerleon?
Caerleon has a safety score of 67 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 Caerleon compare to the Gwent Police average?
Caerleon has a safety score of 67/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 64/100. Caerleon 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 Caerleon?
6.3% of crimes recorded in Caerleon 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 Caerleon?
92 violent crimes were recorded in Caerleon in the last 12 months — representing 35% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 67 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 Caerleon last updated?
The crime data for Caerleon 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 Caerleon with other areas?
You can compare Caerleon 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.