Abergele Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Abergele's crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents placed the area 13.3% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This overall figure conceals a notable shift in the balance between violent and property crimes, with the former accounting for 45.3% of all incidents (29 cases) compared to 32.8% for property crimes (21 cases). This reversal of the usual pattern—where property crime typically dominates in coastal built-up areas—raises questions about local dynamics during the summer season. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with 29 incidents reported, significantly above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, school holidays, and outdoor events—likely contributes to this trend, as increased foot traffic and social interactions may heighten opportunities for violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell to 9 incidents (14.1% of total crimes), 30% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the temporary absence of school-aged residents during the summer break. Other thefts (7 incidents) and shoplifting (7 incidents) both exceeded UK averages, suggesting vulnerabilities in retail environments or personal belongings during the tourist season. The area's small population and coastal location may moderate some crime types, but the shift in violent crime dominance indicates a need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies during peak summer months.

July 2023 marked a significant shift in Abergele's crime profile, with violent crimes (29 incidents) outnumbering property crimes (21 incidents) for the first time this year. This reversal of the usual trend may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased social activity during the summer and the peak tourist season. Other thefts surged by 133.3% compared to June, rising from 3 to 7 incidents—a sharp increase that could indicate targeted opportunistic behaviour in the area. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 40%, likely tied to the summer school holidays reducing youth presence in public spaces. Violence and sexual offences remained 19% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge in this category. Burglary also saw a 100% increase, though it still remained 39% below the UK average, suggesting that while the category is growing, it remains relatively low compared to national trends. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted policing strategies during peak tourist months.

July 2023 saw Abergele's crime rate remain stable at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure exactly. This consistency suggests no major fluctuations in local crime patterns during the summer period. On a daily basis, Abergele recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area's small population and low overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 139 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average when scaled to population size. This suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though local factors such as tourism and seasonal events may still influence specific types of incidents. The stability in crime rate contrasts with the UK-wide seasonal trends, where summer months typically see higher property crime due to increased foot traffic and open spaces. Abergele's unique position as a coastal built-up area within Conwy may contribute to its distinct profile, with tourism-related activities tempering some crime types while amplifying others.