Colwyn Bay Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Colwyn Bay's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 12.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 64.9% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national trend underscores a unique challenge for the area, which experiences a high rate of violent and anti-social crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%) and public order offences (8.9%). These figures align with the area's seasonal context, as October's darker evenings and Halloween may have contributed to an increase in incidents that occur in public spaces. The high prevalence of violent crime is particularly notable, with rates 118% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in areas frequented by the public. Anti-social behaviour, which is 114% above the national average, may be exacerbated by the town's coastal location, where transient populations and late-night activity could amplify such incidents. The breakdown also reveals a contrast in property crimes: shoplifting and criminal damage are above UK averages, while burglary and vehicle crime are below, indicating that local dynamics—such as retail presence or community engagement—play a role in shaping crime patterns. This data highlights the importance of understanding the interplay between environmental factors, seasonal shifts, and community-specific challenges in Colwyn Bay.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 2, a stark contrast to the 50% decrease in vehicle crime, which fell from 2 to 1. Shoplifting also surged by 71.4%, with incidents doubling from 14 to 24, a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween and darker evenings. Meanwhile, drug-related crimes dropped by 61.5%, from 13 to 5, a decline that could indicate changes in local policing strategies or community initiatives. The breakdown of crime types reveals a pronounced imbalance: violence and sexual offences in Colwyn Bay are 118% above the UK average, while burglary and bicycle theft are below national levels. These disparities highlight the need for tailored approaches to address the most pressing issues, such as anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which are 114% and 108% above the UK average, respectively.

Colwyn Bay's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 12.7 per 1,000 residents, a 10.8% increase from the previous month's 11.5. This shift places the area significantly above the UK average, with a 64.9% gap that underscores persistent challenges. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 12 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 79 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while not directly comparable to national figures, highlights the local impact of crime. The population context further illustrates the scale: with 28,299 residents, the 360 total crimes reported represent a concentration of incidents that may reflect localized factors such as community dynamics or seasonal influences. These numbers are not isolated; they align with broader trends in violent and anti-social crimes, which are high compared to the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.