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Is Portskewett Safe?

Crime statistics for Portskewett. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 82 crimes
82 / 100 Safe

Safety Score !

82 Crimes (last 12 months)
0% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓36.4% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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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 12 months — 82 total crimes recorded in Portskewett

Violent Crime
34 41.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
13 15.9%
Vehicle Crime
9 11%
Other Theft
7 8.5%
Public Order
5 6.1%
Drugs
5 6.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
4 4.9%
Burglary
2 2.4%
Other Crime
2 2.4%
Robbery
1 1.2%
Shoplifting
0 0%
Possession of Weapons
0 0%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Portskewett safe?

Portskewett has a CrimeRadar safety score of 82/100, rated Safe. 82 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Portskewett is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

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

82 crimes were recorded in Portskewett in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 36.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (129 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Portskewett?

The most common crime in Portskewett is Violent Crime, with 34 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 41.5% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Portskewett increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Portskewett is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 36.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Portskewett?

Portskewett has a safety score of 82 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 Portskewett compare to the Gwent Police average?

Portskewett has a safety score of 82/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 63/100. Portskewett 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 Portskewett?

0% of crimes in Portskewett 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 Portskewett?

34 violent crimes were recorded in Portskewett in the last 12 months, representing 41.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 13 incidents.

When was the crime data for Portskewett last updated?

The crime data for Portskewett 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 Portskewett with other areas?

You can compare Portskewett 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.