Thornwell crime figures: 15 offences reported in September, down 52% on August

Thornwell recorded 15 crimes and anti-social behaviour incidents in September 2026, down 52% on August (31), according to the latest street-level figures published by Gwent Police.

The most commonly reported category was public order, with 4 reports, or 27% of the total, followed by violence and sexual offences (4) and anti-social behaviour (1).

Neighbourhood officers currently list anti-social behaviour as their priorities for the area.

The figures by category

Category	September	August	Change
Violence and sexual offences	4	11	−7
Public order	4	2	+2
Anti-social behaviour	1	2	−1
Drugs	1	0	new
Burglary	1	2	−1
Criminal damage and arson	1	2	−1
Other theft	1	2	−1
Vehicle crime	1	1	0
Shoplifting	1	8	−7
Robbery	0	1	−1
Total	15	31	−16

Where it was reported

1. On or near Lord Eldon Drive: 3
2. On or near Magnolia Close: 2
3. On or near Somerset Way: 2
4. On or near The Reddings: 1
5. On or near Rhodfa John Rastrick: 1
6. On or near Thornwell Road: 1

Police move each report to a nearby anonymised point before publishing, so “on or near” a street does not mean the incident happened on that street.

What has happened since

• Under investigation: 13
• Unable to prosecute suspect: 1

Figures are from Gwent Police street-level data on data.police.uk, published monthly about two months in arrears. They count reports, not convictions, and can be revised.