Llandudno Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Llandudno’s December 2023 crime profile, accounting for nearly 38% of all reported incidents. With an overall crime rate of 14.7 per 1,000 residents—104.2% above the UK average of 7.2—the area faces a starkly elevated risk compared to national trends. This figure is driven by a combination of factors, including the town’s status as a coastal tourist destination, which may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, and the seasonal pressures of December, such as dark evenings and empty homes during the holiday period. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, which are 114% above the UK average, suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, such as the concentration of nightlife venues in the town centre. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.4% of total crimes, is also high, likely reflecting the social dynamics of a community that balances tourism with residential living. Shoplifting, though a smaller proportion of total crimes, remains 206% above the UK average, potentially linked to the high footfall in retail areas during the Christmas shopping season. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions that address both the immediate challenges of December and the broader structural issues that contribute to Llandudno’s elevated crime rates.

December 2023 saw a 300% increase in burglary cases, rising from three to 12 incidents, a stark shift that may reflect heightened vulnerability during the holiday season when homes are often unoccupied. Simultaneously, robbery cases surged by 100%, with three incidents reported—up from zero the previous month, a change that could be linked to increased alcohol consumption during festive events. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 43.9%, from 41 to 23 cases, influenced by heightened police presence or reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the post-Christmas period. Violence and sexual offences, which account for 37.7% of all crimes, remain 114% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may be exacerbated by the town’s mix of tourist and residential populations. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.4% of total crimes, is 190% above the UK average, suggesting that the area’s social dynamics—tied to its coastal appeal and seasonal events—play a role in sustaining these incidents.

Llandudno's December 2023 crime rate of 14.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 7.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 15.9, reflecting a slight downward trend. This reduction, though modest, may align with seasonal factors such as the post-Christmas lull in retail activity and reduced foot traffic in public spaces. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of seven reported incidents per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 68 residents, a metric that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. This rate, while lower than November, remains significantly above the UK average, indicating that Llandudno continues to face challenges in managing crime relative to national benchmarks. The population context further illustrates that even a single incident can have a measurable impact on the community’s sense of safety, particularly in a coastal town where tourism and local demographics intersect.