Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
NP18 · Newport
72
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
NP25 · Monmouthshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Monmouth has less crime — 70 vs 72 incidents in April 2026.
Caerleon and Monmouth recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 72 and 70 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Caerleon sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (15) and Public order (12), while Monmouth has more Shoplifting (23) and Anti-social behaviour (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Monmouth recorded fewer crimes than Caerleon — 70 vs 72 incidents. That is 3% fewer crimes. Monmouth is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Caerleon saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Public order while Monmouth had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Monmouth recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 72).