Conwy Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a significant uptick in crime across Conwy, with a total rate of 9.7 per 1,000 residents — 12.8% above the UK average. The most prominent category was violence and sexual offences, contributing 41.7% of all reported crimes, or 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 35% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 23.3% of total crimes, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000, 48% above the UK average. These two categories alone account for over 65% of all recorded incidents, highlighting a pressing issue in the area. The seasonal context of July — peak summer, with schools out and tourism at its height — likely plays a role in these patterns. Festivals, outdoor events, and increased foot traffic in tourist areas may contribute to higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, though the exact causal links remain unclear. Criminal damage and arson also rose, with a 31% gap above the UK average, suggesting potential issues with vandalism or property-related disputes. Despite these challenges, certain categories like shoplifting and drugs showed mixed trends, with shoplifting increasing by 41.9% while drugs-related offences rose by 41.2%. These fluctuations may reflect complex local dynamics, such as the interplay between tourism and retail activity. The overall crime picture in Conwy during July underscores the need for targeted policing strategies during summer months, particularly in areas with high tourist density.

July 2025 saw a 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, indicates a worrying trend for residents. Shoplifting also rose by 41.9%, increasing from 31 to 44 cases, a shift that may reflect the summer tourism season. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 27.3%, with numbers dropping from 11 to 8, possibly due to reduced cycling activity during school holidays. Violent crimes in Conwy remain 35% above the UK average at 4.1 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour is 48% above the national rate. These figures underscore the area's challenges with public safety during peak tourist months, despite declines in other categories like vehicle crime and robbery.

Conwy's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 9.7 per 1,000 residents, marking an 18.9% increase from the previous month's 8.2 per 1,000. This shift places the area 12.8% above the UK average, a gap that has widened since June. Daily crime figures reveal 36 incidents reported each day, a stark contrast to the 31-day average. Over the course of July, one crime occurred for every 103 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local communities. With a population of 114,891, this translates to a relatively high frequency of incidents per capita, particularly when compared to the UK's broader trends. The increase in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, both significantly above the UK average, suggests a need for targeted interventions during peak summer activity periods.