Kinmel Bay Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a significant shift in Kinmel Bay’s crime profile, with the overall rate of 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents placing the area 57.1% above the UK average. This stark contrast to the national figure underscores a localised challenge, particularly in violent crime, which accounted for 41.4% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 5.0 per 1,000, were 92% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences also showed marked disparities. The seasonal context of April — a period of increased outdoor activity around Easter and the transition into spring — likely contributed to patterns seen in public order incidents, which may partly explain the sharp rise in such reports. The area’s built-up character within Conwy, a coastal region with a mix of residential and tourist activity, appears to influence crime dynamics, where retail hubs and public spaces may drive both property and violent crime. The share of property crimes (26.7%) was lower than the national average, suggesting a different balance of risk factors compared to other areas. As temperatures rise and daylight hours increase, the potential for more outdoor interactions may continue to shape crime trends, requiring targeted local strategies to address the most pressing concerns.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in public order offences, which surged 600% from 2 to 14 incidents. This spike, alongside a 500% increase in burglary (from 1 to 6) and a 200% rise in drug-related crimes (from 1 to 3), highlights a sudden uptick in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences, which constitute 41.4% of all crimes, remain 92% above the UK average, indicating a persistent challenge in this area. The surge in public order offences, while unexplained by the data, may be linked to Easter-related events or increased foot traffic during spring. Residents should note that 1-in-83 residents experienced a reported crime over the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of the issue. The breakdown also reveals that theft from the person, at 0.1 per 1,000, was 38% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors may offer some protection against such crimes. These findings underscore the need for focused interventions in areas where public order and burglary incidents have spiked, while also recognising that some crime types remain relatively low compared to national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw Kinmel Bay’s crime rate rise by 44.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 8.4 to 12.1 per 1,000 residents. This shift places the area’s monthly exposure at a rate where 1 crime occurred for every 83 residents, a figure that, while specific to Kinmel Bay, provides a clear snapshot of the local impact. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 4 crimes per day, a rate that, when compared to the UK context, highlights the area’s distinct challenges. The previous month’s lower rate may have been influenced by seasonal factors, such as the end of the winter period, but April’s figures suggest a re-emergence of pressures linked to increased public activity. With a population of 9,575, the 116 total crimes reported in April equate to a density of incidents that is significantly higher than the UK average. This contrast underscores the importance of localised analysis, as national figures may not fully capture the variations seen in smaller, built-up areas like Kinmel Bay. Understanding these differences is critical for developing targeted community safety measures that address the unique dynamics of the area.