Kinmel Bay Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 100 residents in Kinmel Bay, one crime was reported in October 2024 — a rate of 10.0 per 1,000 people, 23.5% above the UK average of 8.1. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 3 crimes per day, with the most immediate concerns falling into the categories of violence and sexual offences (49% of total), anti-social behaviour (15%), and criminal damage (10%). The area’s crime profile stands in stark contrast to the national picture, particularly in violent crime, which is 84% higher than the UK average. October’s seasonal context — darker evenings, the start of the school term, and Halloween — may partly explain patterns in public order offences, though the data suggests broader systemic factors at play. Violent crime, which dominates the local landscape, likely reflects a combination of local demographics and the area’s proximity to larger urban centres, where such incidents are more concentrated. The sharp focus on interpersonal crime, rather than property crime, indicates a different risk profile than many rural areas, where burglary and vehicle crime might dominate. This month’s figures highlight the importance of community policing in built-up areas with high population density, where interactions between residents and transient populations can amplify tensions. The seasonal shift into darker evenings may also contribute to increased anti-social behaviour, as visibility decreases and informal social controls weaken. While the overall rate is concerning, it is the relative concentration of violent crime that demands particular attention from local authorities and residents alike.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 600% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 7 cases — a jump that outpaces any other category. This surge coincides with Halloween, a time when alcohol consumption and group gatherings often intensify. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 133% increase from 3 to 7 cases, suggesting either heightened opportunism or a shift in criminal focus during the month. In contrast, drug-related offences fell by 80%, from 5 to 1, a drop that may reflect seasonal patterns or improved enforcement efforts. The crime mix in Kinmel Bay continues to skew heavily towards violent crime, which constitutes nearly half (49%) of all reported incidents — a proportion significantly higher than the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, are 84% above the national rate, underscoring a local challenge that extends beyond typical seasonal fluctuations. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remains low, with only 2 incidents reported — 57% below the UK average — a figure that may reflect the area’s limited car ownership or effective community monitoring. Residents should be particularly vigilant during evenings, given the 600% spike in public order offences, which often involve alcohol-fuelled disputes and disturbances in public spaces.

Kinmel Bay’s crime rate in October 2024 (10.0 per 1,000) marked a 20.0% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.4, reflecting a growing trend that has not yet abated. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day — a figure that, while modest in absolute terms, represents a significant burden for a community of just 9,575 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 100 residents, a statistic that illustrates the tangible impact of crime on everyday life. Comparing this to the UK average, the disparity becomes even more pronounced: while the national average is 8.1 per 1,000, Kinmel Bay’s rate is 23.5% higher, a gap that highlights local challenges not fully captured by national statistics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, for a resident of Kinmel Bay, the risk of being a victim of crime is proportionally higher than in many other parts of the UK. This is particularly evident in violent crime, which is 84% above the UK average, and in criminal damage, which is 69% above the national rate. These figures suggest that local factors — such as the area’s built-up nature, proximity to larger urban centres, or seasonal dynamics — may amplify certain types of crime more than others. While the daily crime count may seem manageable, the cumulative effect over time is significant, especially when considering the disproportionate impact of violent and public order offences on community safety and well-being.