Llandudno Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

March 2025 saw a reduction in shoplifting and burglary in Llandudno, with rates falling 8% and 50% respectively compared to February. However, the overall crime rate of 14.5 per 1,000 residents remains 85.9% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, highlighting persistent challenges in the built-up coastal area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 37% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 25.6%, both significantly exceeding national averages. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and clocks changing, may have contributed to an uptick in public order offences. Llandudno's retail and tourism infrastructure likely amplifies property crimes, while its compact urban layout may exacerbate anti-social behaviour. Despite the decreases in specific categories, the area's crime profile continues to reflect patterns consistent with a coastal resort town experiencing pressure from seasonal visitor flows and local community dynamics.

March 2025 brought a 157% increase in public order offences, rising from 7 to 18 cases, marking one of the most significant month-on-month jumps. This surge may be linked to the extended daylight hours and increased foot traffic in Llandudno's coastal promenades during spring. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% as the single reported incident in March compared to two in February, suggesting potential improvements in residential security measures. The 200% rise in drugs-related crimes, from 1 to 3 cases, indicates a troubling trend that remains 26% below the UK average for this category. Shoplifting decreased by 8% despite Llandudno's retail presence, possibly reflecting heightened vigilance during the Easter shopping period. Violence and sexual offences, at 81 cases, remain 98% above the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. These figures offer residents a concrete reference point for understanding local crime patterns, particularly the sharp contrast between the drop in burglary and the rise in public order offences.

Llandudno's crime rate of 14.5 per 1,000 residents in March 2025 represents a 15.3% increase from February's 12.6 per 1,000, reflecting a concerning upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 69 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 15,127 people, where crime is more than double the UK average. While the overall rate has risen, the population-scaled perspective reveals that Llandudno's residents face a higher risk compared to the national average. This disparity is particularly pronounced in categories like anti-social behaviour and violence, which are 196% and 98% above UK levels respectively. The comparison to February underscores the need for sustained efforts to address the factors driving this increase, especially in light of the area's seasonal dynamics and tourism-driven activity.