Monmouthshire town hit by crime

John Reid of fire prevention and security company SECUREIT recommends CCTV monitoring cameras for Abergavenny

For many, Abergavenny is known as an idyllic tourist destination and the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful retirement. But even this historic market town, renowned for its annual food festival, isn’t immune to incidents of crime and anti-social behaviour.

With a recent increase in inquiries for CCTV, monitoring and intruder alarm system, SECUREIT’s Key Account Director John Reid decided to take a closer look into what might be causing this upturn in customer calls.

It turns out that even the semi-rural tree-lined streets of Abergavenny, residents and business owners have witnessed their fair share of incidents since the start of the year. Recent data for Abergavenny in Monmouthshire, south-east Wales, reveals an active crime rate. In total, there were 118 incidents reported in January 2025. A significant portion of these incidents took place within a mile of the town centre, home to many independent local business including retail shops, bars and restaurants.

On these reported incidents of crime, security systems expert John commented: “No matter if you live in a busy urban setting or welcoming market town, crime and reports of anti-social behaviour can still be found. No matter how limited they might be, they can still cause significant disruption, distress and financial loss to those affected. Prevention is definitely better than cure when it comes to both commercial and domestic security, and having the right security systems in place are often enough to act as a complete deterrent”.

Is response to these reports of frequent criminal activity, SECUREIT has allocated additional staff resources to support businesses in Abergavenny and across Monmouthshire that feel they need additional security, be it access control, intruder alarms or 24/7 365 monitored CCTV solutions.

Throughout April, John Reid, will be available for one-to-one consultations with Abergavenny businesses that feel they need a new security solution, an alternative CCTV and monitoring supplier or perhaps just a first time review of how their business is protected.

If you are looking for expert fire and security solutions in South Wales SECUREIT can provide CCTV installation, intruder alarms, fire prevention systems, and access control for both commercial and residential properties. Whether you’re in Cardiff, Swansea, Newport, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, or Llanelli, our team of experienced in-house engineers ensures top-tier security tailored to your needs. Protect your home or business with 24/7 surveillance from our own South Wales based monitoring control room, fire safety compliance, and cutting-edge security technology. Don’t leave safety to chance — contact SECUREIT today for a free consultation and keep your property secure.

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Competitive Pricing Assurance: SECUREIT pledges to offer the most competitive rates in the market without compromising on the quality of service. This ensures that clients receive excellent security solutions at affordable prices.

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