Gwent Police

Is Newbridge Safe?

Crime statistics for Newbridge. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.

Last 12 months: August 2025 – July 2026 190 crimes
73 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

190 Crimes (last 12 months)
5.4% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓70.4% 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 — 190 total crimes recorded in Newbridge

Violent Crime
68 35.8%
Anti-Social Behaviour
43 22.6%
Public Order
28 14.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
19 10%
Other Theft
13 6.8%
Other Crime
6 3.2%
Burglary
4 2.1%
Drugs
3 1.6%
Vehicle Crime
3 1.6%
Possession of Weapons
2 1.1%
Shoplifting
1 0.5%
Bicycle Theft
0 0%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Newbridge — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newbridge safe?

Newbridge has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. A total of 190 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 70.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Newbridge is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.

How many crimes were recorded in Newbridge in the last 12 months?

190 crimes were recorded in Newbridge 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 70.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (641 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 68 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Newbridge?

The most common crime in Newbridge is Violent Crime, with 68 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.8% 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 Newbridge increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Newbridge is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 70.4% — from 641 crimes in the previous 12 months to 190 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Newbridge?

Newbridge has a safety score of 73 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 Newbridge compare to the Gwent Police average?

Newbridge has a safety score of 73/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 60/100. Newbridge 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 Newbridge?

5.4% of crimes recorded in Newbridge 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 Newbridge?

68 violent crimes were recorded in Newbridge in the last 12 months — representing 35.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 43 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 Newbridge last updated?

The crime data for Newbridge 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 Newbridge with other areas?

You can compare Newbridge 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: July 2026.