Llandudno Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Llandudno’s crime rate in March 2023 stood at 16.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 117.1% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. While this figure highlights a significant disparity, one notable improvement was the burglary rate, which fell 9% below the UK average. This contrasts sharply with other categories, such as violence and sexual offences, which were 86% above the UK average, and anti-social behaviour, which surged 265% above the national benchmark. The top three crime types—violence and sexual offences (30.9% of total), anti-social behaviour (23.3%), and shoplifting (16.1%)—reflect a pattern consistent with Llandudno’s character as a coastal resort and tourist destination. The transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks moving forward, may partly explain the spike in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, as increased foot traffic and extended daylight hours can heighten interactions in public spaces. Shoplifting, in particular, aligns with the area’s retail presence, including its historic promenade and high-street shops. However, the lower burglary rate suggests that local measures, such as improved lighting or community engagement, may have had a modest impact. This month’s data underscores the need for targeted strategies to address violent and anti-social crimes, while the relatively lower burglary rate offers a glimmer of progress in crime prevention efforts.

March 2023 saw a marked imbalance in crime types, with violent crimes (77 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (58 incidents) dominating the statistics. This contrasts with property crimes, which accounted for 75 total incidents—though shoplifting (40 cases) and criminal damage (17 cases) remained significant contributors. Burglary (5 cases) was the only category to fall below the UK average, a 9% deficit that may reflect local efforts to enhance security in residential areas. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which was 265% above the UK average, points to a potential increase in public disturbances, possibly linked to the tourist season beginning to pick up. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates were 431% above the UK average, a figure that likely correlates with Llandudno’s high foot traffic and retail activity. For residents, the most pressing concern appears to be the spike in violence and sexual offences, which were 86% above the national average—a 5.1 per 1,000 rate that underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. These figures also highlight the importance of addressing underlying factors, such as the impact of seasonal transitions on public safety.

In March 2023, Llandudno recorded 249 crimes across 31 days, translating to an average of 8 crimes per day—a local figure that provides a clear snapshot of daily crime exposure. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 61 residents, a monthly aggregate that places Llandudno’s population at higher risk compared to the UK average, though exact UK benchmarks for this metric are not available. With a population of 15,127, the area’s small size amplifies the visibility of each incident, making crime statistics particularly impactful for residents. The daily crime rate of 8 per day suggests that Llandudno experiences a relatively high frequency of incidents compared to other UK built-up areas, a trend likely influenced by its status as a tourist destination and the associated fluctuations in population. For context, the UK average crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents means Llandudno’s rate is more than double that figure, a disparity that highlights the unique challenges faced by the area. This comparison underscores the need for localized strategies to address the specific drivers of crime in Llandudno, such as the seasonal influx of visitors and the concentrated nature of retail and leisure activities.