Abergele Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 saw Abergele's overall crime rate at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.5% above the UK average of 6.7. This marks a slight upward trend in local crime statistics, though the rate remains within a narrow range of national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.4% of all reported crimes—significantly higher than the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 17.7% of total crimes, with its rate also 24% above the UK figure. Vehicle crime, though a smaller proportion of the total (8.1%), stood at 0.6 per 1,000, 62% above the national average. These figures suggest a pattern of interpersonal and property-related issues dominating the crime profile, even as seasonal factors like low outdoor activity during winter may have limited some categories. The data aligns with patterns seen in small built-up areas where concentrated populations and limited policing resources can amplify certain types of crime. While the rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes (62) remains relatively low for a population of 8,867, reflecting the area's size and potential for targeted community interventions. The seasonal context of February—a pre-spring lull with reduced outdoor activity—may have contributed to the persistence of indoor-based crimes, such as domestic violence and anti-social behaviour.

February 2025 brought notable shifts in Abergele's crime profile, with several categories experiencing significant month-on-month changes. Other crime saw a 200% increase, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, while vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson both doubled from zero to five and one to two respectively. These jumps suggest emerging trends or localized pressures. Conversely, other theft fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), and burglary dropped by 33.3% (from 3 to 2), indicating some areas of improvement. The violent crime category, which accounts for nearly half of all reported crimes, remains 45% above the UK average at 3.4 per 1,000, a stark contrast to shoplifting, which is 19% below the national average (0.5 vs 0.6 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, at 1.2 per 1,000, is also 24% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing public disorder. For residents, the sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category encompassing a wide range of non-specific offences—may warrant closer attention, as it could signal unaddressed vulnerabilities in the community. The data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address the disproportionate rise in certain crime types while maintaining momentum in areas showing improvement.

Abergele's crime rate in February 2025 rose to 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.8. This small but measurable uptick suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, though the overall rate remains within a tight range of the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that, while not alarming, reflects the density of incidents in a relatively small population. When scaled to the area's population of 8,867, the monthly exposure translates to roughly one reported crime for every 143 residents—contextualizing the impact in terms of individual risk. This rate is slightly higher than the UK's broader average, but the disparity is modest, indicating that Abergele's crime profile is broadly in line with national trends. The comparison to the previous month highlights the volatility of crime statistics in small communities, where even minor fluctuations can have a noticeable effect on perceptions of safety. Residents should interpret these figures with caution, as the daily crime count and monthly exposure provide a more nuanced picture of risk than the headline rate alone. The data also underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused policing and support networks to address the specific challenges identified in the breakdown.