Abergele Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Abergele's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.4% increase above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This built-up coastal area within Conwy recorded 75 total crimes, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile at 34 incidents (45.3% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (10 cases) and anti-social behaviour (9 cases). The seasonal transition of September—marked by the start of the academic year and shorter evenings—may have influenced patterns. Violence and sexual offences, which saw a 19% month-on-month reduction from 42 to 34 cases, remain significantly above the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 18.2% to 9 cases, aligning with the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. The area's coastal character and proximity to Conwy's tourism routes likely contribute to the prominence of public order offences (8 cases, 61% above the UK average). However, vehicle crime dropped by 50% to 1 case, possibly reflecting reduced summer-related traffic or improved security measures. This mix of trends illustrates the combination of local and national factors shaping Abergele's crime profile.

September 2024 saw notable reductions in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 19% to 34 cases from 42 in August. This decrease, though not fully explained by the data, may align with the start of the academic year and reduced evening activity as nights draw in. Conversely, public order offences surged by 166.7% to 8 cases, likely tied to increased social activity during the freshers' period at nearby universities. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 100% to 2 cases, though this remains 71% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. A significant shift in crime mix occurred, with violent crimes accounting for 45.3% of all incidents—nearly double the share of property crimes (26.7%). Anti-social behaviour, which fell 18.2% to 9 cases, was the only category below the UK average for this month. Residents may find the 50% drop in vehicle crime (from 2 to 1 case) particularly relevant, given the area's coastal location and seasonal traffic patterns.

Abergele's crime rate in September 2024 (8.5 per 1,000) rose 8.7% compared to August's 7.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend despite some reductions in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 75 incidents. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for every 118 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, while slightly higher than the UK average, remains relatively low given the area's population of 8,867. This suggests that the majority of residents are not directly impacted by crime on a regular basis. The previous month's rate (7.8) was marginally lower, but the September figure highlights the volatility of crime patterns in this built-up coastal area. The 10.4% gap between Abergele's rate and the UK average underscores the need for targeted local initiatives. These figures, when viewed alongside the breakdown of crime types, offer a nuanced picture of Abergele's security landscape.