Nelson Crime Rate
Gwent Police • January 2026 Data
81
UK Score
30
Gwent Score
A
Very Safe
Total Crimes
1
January 2026
Violent Crime
1
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
0
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
0
Nuisance, disorder
Population
12,098
Census 2021
Crime Rate
0.1
per 1,000 people
Is Nelson Safe?
Nelson has a safety score of 81/100, placing it in the top 19% of UK neighbourhoods. In January 2026, police recorded 1 crimes in this area, including 1 violent offences.
This area has lower crime rates than most UK neighbourhoods, making it a relatively safe place to live or visit.
Crime Breakdown
1
Violent Crime
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nelson safe to live in?
Nelson has a Safety Score of 81/100, rated "Very Safe". This score is based on 1 crimes reported in January 2026.
What is Nelson's crime rate?
Nelson recorded 1 crimes in January 2026, including 1 violent crimes and 0 property crimes.
Which police force covers Nelson?
Nelson is policed by Gwent Police.
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