Llandudno Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Llandudno’s September 2023 crime rate of 19.8 per 1,000 residents places it 147.5% above the UK average of 8.0, underscoring a stark divergence from national trends. As a coastal resort, the area’s crime profile reflects the pressures of tourism, seasonal transitions, and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.1% of all reported incidents, a figure 152% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 22.1% of crimes, while shoplifting contributed 9.4%. These patterns align with Llandudno’s character as a tourist destination, where high foot traffic in retail and leisure areas may drive property-related offences. The seasonal context of September—marked by the start of the academic year and the waning of summer tourism—likely influenced crime dynamics. For instance, the rise in anti-social behaviour could be tied to the influx of students and visitors, while the decrease in public order offences might reflect reduced late-night activity as the summer season drew to a close. However, the persistence of high rates in violent crime and anti-social behaviour suggests deeper challenges, such as community cohesion or resource allocation, that may require targeted interventions. The data also highlights the area’s vulnerability to specific crime types, with shoplifting and criminal damage remaining high compared to the UK average. These findings call for a nuanced understanding of local factors, including the interplay between tourism, residential populations, and policing strategies, to address the area’s unique crime challenges.

September 2023 saw notable month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 100% (from 0 to 4 incidents). This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect increased visitor traffic or changes in local parking patterns. Other theft also rose sharply by 78.6%, potentially linked to seasonal retail activity or unsecured property during the early autumn period. Conversely, public order offences fell by 37.5%, due to the end of summer tourist season and reduced late-night activity. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 22.1% of all crimes, decreased by 21.4%, though it remains 228% above the UK average. The contrast between rising vehicle crime (38% below UK average) and soaring anti-social behaviour (228% above UK average) illustrates a complex mix of local factors, including the area’s coastal resort character and seasonal dynamics. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas.

Llandudno’s crime rate in September 2023 remained stable compared to August, with a slight decrease of -1.3% from 20.0 to 19.8 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity, though localized trends within specific categories warrant closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national daily averages due to the absence of such data for the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 51 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in proportion to the population. With a total population of 15,127, this monthly exposure underscores the density of criminal activity relative to the size of the community. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp increases in specific crime types, such as vehicle crime and burglary, which may reflect seasonal or situational factors rather than a broad trend in the area’s safety profile.