Abergele Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,867 residents, Abergele recorded 52 crimes in December 2024, equating to 5.9 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 16.9% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a notable achievement for a built-up area within Conwy. The crime profile shows a stark imbalance: violence and sexual offences (22 cases, 42.3% of total) dominate, followed by other theft (9 cases, 17.3%) and anti-social behaviour (6 cases, 11.5%). This pattern aligns with December’s seasonal rhythm—dark evenings, Christmas shopping, and holiday parties likely amplify tensions in the town’s compact, tourist-facing environment. While violent crime rates are 2% below the UK average, other theft remains 85% above national levels, potentially reflecting the area’s high foot traffic and retail presence. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, may still be influenced by seasonal gatherings. The relatively low burglary rate (3 cases, 5.8%) contrasts with the UK average, due to the area’s small size and strong community cohesion. As the month progressed, the combination of festive activity and reduced daylight hours likely contributed to the elevated violence figures, though the overall rate remains well below the national benchmark.

December 2024 saw dramatic shifts in crime patterns compared to November, with other crime surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases) and other theft rising 125% (from 4 to 9 cases). This spike in theft-related offences may reflect increased retail activity during the Christmas shopping period. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50% (from 4 to 2 cases), and vehicle crime dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), potentially linked to fewer vehicles on the road during holidays. The town’s violent crime rate (2.5 per 1,000) is 2% below the UK average, but other theft (1.0 per 1,000) is 85% above, highlighting a unique vulnerability. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 40% (from 10 to 6 cases), due to stricter community monitoring during the festive season. These fluctuations illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts, with the most significant concern remaining the sharp increase in theft-related offences.

The December 2024 crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 14.8% decline from November’s rate of 6.9, reflecting a sustained reduction in overall crime. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the concentration of incidents in specific areas. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 171 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Given Abergele’s population of 8,867, this means the entire community experienced 52 incidents—a number that, when compared to the UK average, appears relatively manageable. The decrease from November suggests effective policing strategies or natural seasonal lulls, though the spike in other theft and crime categories complicates this narrative. For a small built-up area, these figures indicate a mixed picture: low overall rates but pockets of concern requiring targeted attention.