Colwyn Bay Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant force shaping Colwyn Bay's crime picture in January 2026, accounting for 40% of all reported crimes — a stark contrast to the UK average, where such offences constitute only 2.5 per 1,000 residents. This category alone reached 4.1 per 1,000 in the area, 64% above the national benchmark, underscoring a significant local challenge. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 25.2% of total crimes and standing at 2.6 per 1,000 — 180% above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. These figures suggest a combination of social factors, potentially influenced by the area's urban density and seasonal transitions. Shoplifting, while less prevalent than the top two categories, still accounted for 8.6% of crimes and showed a 56.3% increase from December, reaching 25 incidents — 58% above the UK average. The seasonal context of January, with its post-holiday environment and reduced retail footfall, may have contributed to these patterns, though the persistence of violence and anti-social behaviour suggests deeper-rooted issues. The overall crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 places Colwyn Bay 51.5% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local socioeconomic factors, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics. While the area's crime profile differs markedly from the national picture, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-impact categories such as violence and disorder-related offences.

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in January 2026, contributing 40% of total crimes and standing at 4.1 per 1,000 — 64% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour saw a sharp 62.2% increase from 45 to 73 incidents, the largest single-category rise, while shoplifting also climbed by 56.3% to 25 cases. This shift in crime mix suggests a growing emphasis on disorder-related offences, possibly linked to seasonal factors or local social dynamics. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 64.3% to 5 incidents, a notable decrease that may reflect ongoing local initiatives or changes in enforcement patterns. Burglary rates dropped by 62.5% to 3 incidents, aligning with the UK average for this category. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour and violence are rising, while the decline in burglary and drug-related crimes offers potential insights into effective policing strategies.

Colwyn Bay's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 10.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 15.6% increase from the previous month's 8.9. This upward trend contrasts with the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, placing the area 51.5% above the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 9 crimes per day over January, reflecting a persistent local challenge. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 98 residents over the course of the month. The population context highlights that, despite the relatively low absolute numbers, the rate remains higher than the UK average. This discrepancy may be influenced by local factors such as the area's urban density and seasonal patterns. The shift from December's holiday period to January's post-holiday environment may also contribute to changes in crime dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to establish a definitive link.