Aberystwyth Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,473, Aberystwyth recorded 132 crimes in September 2025, translating to a rate of 8.0 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 8.1% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a figure that reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.9% of total incidents, followed by shoplifting (12.9%) and anti-social behaviour (12.1%). These patterns align with the area's identity as a university town, where the return of students in September likely drives spikes in certain categories. Violence and sexual offences, for example, were 28% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by the concentration of younger populations in the area. Shoplifting's 64% above-average rate also corresponds to the high foot traffic in retail zones, particularly during freshers' week. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average by 15%, may still be impacted by the social dynamics of a student-heavy population. The seasonal context of September—marked by the back-to-school period and the start of university term—likely contributes to the observed crime trends, with increased social activity and mobility fueling both violent and property-related offences. However, the overall crime rate remains relatively low when compared to larger urban centres, suggesting that local policing and community initiatives may be effectively mitigating broader risks.

September 2025 saw significant fluctuations in Aberystwyth's crime profile. Vehicle crime surged by 250%, rising from two to seven incidents, a stark increase that may reflect seasonal shifts as university students returned to the area. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with a 142.9% month-on-month increase, likely tied to the influx of new students and the start of the academic term. Anti-social behaviour climbed by 33.3%, suggesting heightened social activity in public spaces during this period. Meanwhile, other crime and theft from the person both dropped by 66.7%, indicating a possible reduction in opportunistic offences as police or community initiatives may have shifted focus. Violence and sexual offences remained high compared to the UK average, with a 28% gap, and drug-related crimes were 169% above the UK average—figures that underscore the need for targeted interventions in these areas.

Aberystwyth's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 2.3% decrease from the previous month's 8.2. This slight decline contrasts with the area's 8.1% above the UK average, highlighting local factors influencing crime trends. Daily crime activity averaged four incidents per day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity despite the drop. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 125 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for the population of 16,473. This rate, while higher than the UK average, is tempered by the area's specific characteristics—such as its status as a university town, which may contribute to higher rates of certain offences like violence and shoplifting. The population-scaled perspective shows that while the crime rate is elevated, the absolute number of incidents remains relatively low, with each resident facing a 0.8% chance of being involved in a crime during the month.