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Is Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen Safe?

Crime statistics for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 2,333 crimes
30 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

2,333 Crimes (last 36 months)
45.6% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓31.4% vs Previous 12 Months

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

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 2,333 total crimes recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen

Violent Crime
1,072 45.9%
Anti-Social Behaviour
349 15%
Public Order
235 10.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
187 8%
Other Theft
111 4.8%
Vehicle Crime
79 3.4%
Shoplifting
79 3.4%
Drugs
76 3.3%
Other Crime
59 2.5%
Burglary
57 2.4%
Possession of Weapons
23 1%
Bicycle Theft
2 0.1%
Theft from Person
2 0.1%
Robbery
2 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen safe?

Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has a CrimeRadar safety score of 30/100, rated Below Average. 606 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen in the last 12 months?

606 crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 31.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (883 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?

The most common crime in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen is Violent Crime, with 1,072 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 176.9% of all reported crimes in the area.

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 31.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?

Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen has a safety score of 30 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 30/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 63/100. Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen 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 Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?

45.6% of crimes in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen?

1,072 violent crimes were recorded in Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen in the last 12 months, representing 176.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 349 incidents.

When was the crime data for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen last updated?

The crime data for Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month 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 using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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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: January 2026.