Abergele Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Abergele's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, 6.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 47.5% of total incidents—27% above the UK average—followed by criminal damage and arson (19.7%) and anti-social behaviour (14.8%). The seasonal context of January, with its post-holiday lull and shorter daylight hours, likely contributed to the overall lower rate compared to the previous month. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson (up 140% from December) contrasts with the UK average for this category, which remains significantly lower. This anomaly suggests local factors, such as environmental conditions or unreported incidents, may be influencing this specific crime type. The presence of violent crimes at a level above the national average, despite the overall rate being below, highlights the need to consider Abergele's unique characteristics. As a built-up area within Conwy, it may experience higher concentrations of certain offences linked to its proximity to tourist routes or local infrastructure, though this remains speculative without further data. The lower rates for shoplifting and public order offences align with the seasonal dip in retail activity and outdoor gatherings, reinforcing the role of timing in shaping crime patterns.

The most striking shift in January 2024 was the 140% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 5 to 12 incidents. This jump, though not reflected in the overall rate, highlights a specific spike in property-related offences that may be linked to seasonal factors or local events. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by two-thirds, from 3 to 1, a decline that contrasts with the UK average for this category, which saw an 82% shortfall in Abergele. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 40%, from 15 to 9, suggesting a potential seasonal dip in disorderly conduct. Violence and sexual offences, however, remained high—27% above the UK average—despite the overall rate being 6.8% below the national figure. This mix of trends underscores the complexity of local crime dynamics, where some categories buck national patterns while others align closely with them.

Abergele's crime rate in January 2024 fell to 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a 14.1% drop from the previous month's 8.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical post-holiday lull in activity, though the reduction is sharper than might be expected given the area's built-up character. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported over the 31 days, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 145 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure is lower than the UK average, which would require a separate calculation to determine. The population context is critical: with 8,867 residents, even a modest crime rate can have a visible impact on local communities. The drop in overall crime contrasts with the UK average, which remained stable at 7.4 per 1,000, suggesting Abergele's local factors—such as seasonal patterns or community initiatives—may be influencing outcomes distinct from national trends.