Colwyn Bay Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Colwyn Bay's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 11.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 39.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This elevated rate, while not unprecedented, underscores the challenges faced by the area in maintaining public safety. The most significant contributors to the crime picture were violence and sexual offences (45.3% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.6%). These figures align with the area's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, which can amplify certain types of crime during peak seasons. The summer months, particularly June, bring longer daylight hours and the onset of the tourist season, which may contribute to increased incidents of anti-social behaviour and property crime. However, the data also reveals some unexpected patterns, such as the sharp decline in shoplifting, which could indicate effective local initiatives or changes in retail security measures. The interplay between seasonal factors and local demographics is evident in the crime profile, with violent crime rates remaining higher than the UK average. This suggests that while Colwyn Bay benefits from its coastal location and tourist appeal, it also faces unique challenges in managing crime during periods of increased visitor numbers and community activity. The overall crime rate, though concerning, provides a clear baseline for residents to understand their personal risk and for local authorities to focus resources on the most pressing issues.

June 2025 saw sharp increases in robbery (+100%), burglary (+100%), and bicycle theft (+100%) compared to the previous month, with robbery cases doubling from one to two. These spikes may reflect heightened activity during the early summer months, when tourism begins to rise in coastal areas like Colwyn Bay. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 70% (20 to 6), likely due to increased police presence or seasonal retail strategies. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, remain 78% above the UK average at 5.1 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour is 62% above the UK rate. The contrast between rising property crimes and falling theft-related incidents suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity, possibly linked to the area's seasonal dynamics. Residents should note that bicycle theft, though low in absolute terms, has doubled, indicating a need for heightened vigilance in securing personal property.

Colwyn Bay's crime rate in June 2025 rose to 11.3 per 1,000 residents, a 7.0% increase from the previous month's 10.6 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average, which remains at 8.1 per 1,000. Translating this into daily terms, residents can expect roughly 11 crimes reported each day in June, though this figure fluctuates with seasonal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 88 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. This monthly exposure is higher than the UK average, which would equate to a lower ratio, though direct UK comparisons for this metric are not available. The population context underscores that even modest increases in crime rates can have a pronounced impact on local communities, particularly in areas where crime is already elevated relative to national benchmarks.