Aberystwyth Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Aberystwyth's built-up area recorded 188 crimes in September 2023, translating to a crime rate of 11.4 per 1,000 residents — 42.5% above the UK average of 8.0. This figure, when contextualised against the town's population of 16,473, highlights a significant disparity in local crime exposure compared to the national average. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 46.3% of total incidents (87 cases), a rate of 5.3 per 1,000 — 93% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.9% of crimes (43 cases), with a rate of 2.6 per 1,000 — 94% above the UK average. These figures suggest a pronounced challenge in managing public order, which may be influenced by the area's status as a university town and tourist destination. The seasonal context of September — back-to-school periods, university freshers' week, and the transition to shorter evenings — may have contributed to increased social activity in public spaces, exacerbating incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence. Criminal damage and arson (14 cases) and public order offences (12 cases) also featured prominently, though at rates that are 50% and 13% above the UK average, respectively. In contrast, shoplifting dropped to four cases (0.2 per 1,000), a 75% decrease from August, and vehicle crime fell by 50% to one incident. These declines, while notable, may reflect temporary factors such as reduced foot traffic or improved security measures during the month. The overall crime profile in Aberystwyth during September 2023 underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, particularly violence and anti-social behaviour, which remain significantly above national benchmarks.

September 2023 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour surging by 104.8% to 43 incidents — the largest single category. This increase, coupled with a 150% rise in 'other crime' and a 100% jump in possession of weapons, points to a sharp uptick in disruptive incidents. Shoplifting plummeted by 75% to four cases, while vehicle crime dropped by 50% to one incident. These declines may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic during shorter evenings. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, at 46.3% of total crimes, with rates 93% above the UK average. The 188 total crimes equate to 11.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 42.5% higher than the national average. Residents may find the 75% drop in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests potential success in targeted policing or retail security measures.

Aberystwyth's crime rate in September 2023 rose to 11.4 per 1,000 residents, a 34.2% increase from the previous month's 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to approximately six crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 88 residents over the course of the month. Given the town's population of 16,473, the total of 188 crimes represents a significant concentration of incidents relative to the UK average. The daily crime figure highlights the frequency of reported incidents, though it does not account for unreported crimes. On a population-scaled basis, the 1-in-88 ratio underscores the proportion of residents affected by crime in a single month, a figure that may prompt local discussions about community safety measures and policing priorities. This level of activity contrasts with the UK-wide average, which suggests Aberystwyth's built-up area experiences a higher volume of crime compared to other regions.