Gwent Police

Is Shirenewton Safe?

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

Last 36 months: February 2023 – January 2026 164 crimes
86 / 100 Very Safe

Safety Score !

164 Crimes (last 36 months)
52.4% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↓25% 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 — 164 total crimes recorded in Shirenewton

Violent Crime
66 40.2%
Other Theft
25 15.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
18 11%
Public Order
13 7.9%
Burglary
11 6.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
9 5.5%
Vehicle Crime
8 4.9%
Other Crime
6 3.7%
Drugs
3 1.8%
Shoplifting
2 1.2%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.6%
Robbery
1 0.6%
Theft from Person
1 0.6%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Shirenewton — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shirenewton safe?

Shirenewton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 86/100, rated Very Safe. 42 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Shirenewton is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.

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

42 crimes were recorded in Shirenewton in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 25% compared to the previous 12-month period (56 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Shirenewton?

The most common crime in Shirenewton is Violent Crime, with 66 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 157.1% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Shirenewton increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Shirenewton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 25% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Shirenewton?

Shirenewton has a safety score of 86 out of 100 (Very 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 Shirenewton compare to the Gwent Police average?

Shirenewton has a safety score of 86/100, while the Gwent Police force area average is 63/100. Shirenewton 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 Shirenewton?

52.4% of crimes in Shirenewton 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 Shirenewton?

66 violent crimes were recorded in Shirenewton in the last 12 months, representing 157.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 18 incidents.

When was the crime data for Shirenewton last updated?

The crime data for Shirenewton 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 Shirenewton with other areas?

You can compare Shirenewton 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.

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.