Is Risca East Safe?
Crime statistics for Risca East. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 240 total crimes recorded in Risca East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Risca East — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Risca East safe?
Risca East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 68/100, rated Safe. A total of 240 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 61.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Risca East is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Risca East in the last 12 months?
240 crimes were recorded in Risca East 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 61.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (621 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 100 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Risca East?
The most common crime in Risca East is Violent Crime, with 100 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41.7% 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 Risca East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Risca East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 61.4% — from 621 crimes in the previous 12 months to 240 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Risca East?
Risca East 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 Risca East compare to the Gwent Police average?
Risca East has a safety score of 68/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 69/100. Risca East is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Risca East?
10.6% of crimes recorded in Risca East 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 Risca East?
100 violent crimes were recorded in Risca East in the last 12 months — representing 41.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 53 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 Risca East last updated?
The crime data for Risca East was last updated in May 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 Risca East with other areas?
You can compare Risca East 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.