Kinmel Bay Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kinmel Bay's crime rate in July 2024 reached 11.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 32.1% higher than the UK average of 8.4. This disparity is most striking in the category of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 58 incidents—6.1 per 1,000 residents and 114% above the UK average. The area's crime profile reflects a combination of seasonal dynamics and local characteristics typical of a coastal resort. With schools out of session and tourism at its peak, the influx of visitors likely contributes to increased interactions in public spaces, potentially amplifying incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, occurred at a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents, 45% above the UK average. This may be linked to the transient nature of the population during summer months, where conflicts in crowded areas or at events could escalate quickly. Other theft, at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, also exceeded the UK average by 19%, driven by the presence of high-footfall areas such as the town centre or beaches. The seasonal context of July—characterised by festivals, outdoor events, and extended daylight hours—likely plays a role in these patterns, with increased social activity and alcohol consumption contributing to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. While the overall rate remains elevated, the breakdown of crimes suggests that targeted interventions in high-risk areas or during peak times could help mitigate the impact of these trends.

July 2024 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with 4 incidents reported compared to zero in June. This surge, while not uncommon during peak summer months, raises questions about the intersection of tourism and illicit activity in the area. Concurrently, theft from the person and possession of weapons both rose from zero to one incident each, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in public spaces during festivals and events. The decline in burglary—down 80% from five to one incident—suggests that heightened community vigilance or seasonal changes may have played a role. Public order offences fell by 50%, possibly linked to fewer large-scale events compared to the previous month. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Kinmel Bay, where seasonal factors and local events can rapidly influence incident rates.

Kinmel Bay's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 11.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.8% decrease from June's rate of 12.0. This reduction aligns with a broader seasonal trend observed in coastal areas, where crime rates often dip during summer months as tourism patterns shift. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. When scaled to the local population of 9,575, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 90 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is a useful metric for residents, it does not account for fluctuations in daily activity or the transient nature of some crimes. The population context further underscores that Kinmel Bay's crime rate, though elevated compared to the UK average, remains manageable within the scale of its community size.