Llandudno Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Llandudno's February 2024 crime rate of 15.7 per 1,000 residents places it 121.1% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a significant disparity in local crime patterns compared to national benchmarks. This elevated rate is driven primarily by violent crimes, which accounted for 38.8% of all reported incidents (92 cases), far exceeding the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 21.5% of total crimes (51 cases) at a rate of 3.4 per 1,000, 224% above the UK figure. These statistics suggest a combination of social and environmental factors influencing local crime dynamics. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the persistence of indoor-related offences such as anti-social behaviour and violence. Shoplifting, at 1.9 per 1,000 (12.2% of total crimes), is 252% above the UK average, indicating potential vulnerabilities in retail security or increased opportunistic activity. While property crimes (74 cases) and violent crimes (92 cases) dominate the breakdown, the overall profile shows a marked imbalance compared to the UK, where property crimes typically constitute a larger share. This divergence may reflect Llandudno's unique characteristics as a coastal resort town with a transient population, increasing the likelihood of short-term, high-risk behaviour. The data also reveals that vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) is 32% below the UK average, due to lower vehicle density or effective local policing strategies in this category.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences doubled from 8 to 16, marking a 100% increase, likely linked to seasonal factors such as the pre-spring lull affecting community dynamics. Bicycle theft also doubled from 0 to 2, a trend that may reflect increased outdoor activity as winter waned. Conversely, drug-related incidents dropped by two-thirds, from 6 to 2, possibly indicating temporary disruptions in supply chains or enforcement efforts. The possession of weapons category rose sharply by 100%, from 0 to 1. Violent crime remains 144% above the UK average, with 92 incidents recorded. This stark contrast with the national figure underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing high levels of violence. The overall crime mix shows a pronounced skew towards violent and anti-social behaviour, with these two categories accounting for 59.7% of all reported crimes in the month.

Llandudno's crime rate in February 2024 fell by 2.9% compared to January 2024, declining from 16.1 to 15.7 per 1,000 residents. This slight decrease contrasts with the overall trend of elevated crime rates relative to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day in February, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 64 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric highlights the frequency of incidents within a local context, though it does not directly compare to national figures. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Llandudno's crime burden remains high, with violent crime rates 144% above the UK average and anti-social behaviour 224% above. These figures suggest that while there may be minor fluctuations month-on-month, the underlying pattern of elevated crime persists relative to national benchmarks.