Prestatyn Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Prestatyn's crime profile in November 2024 reveals troubling trends, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour dominating the monthly report. The overall crime rate of 9.5 per 1,000 residents—25.0% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000—marks a significant deviation from national norms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.0% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 by 55%. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, was 80% above the UK rate, reflecting persistent community tensions. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with 23 incidents reported (1.4 per 1,000), 103% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. These patterns align with November's seasonal context: the transition to darker evenings, combined with the commercial activity of Black Friday and the communal gatherings of Bonfire Night, likely exacerbate incidents of disorder and theft. The area's character as a coastal resort town with a mix of residential and retail zones may contribute to the higher rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, though the exact interplay between local demographics and crime patterns requires further analysis. The stark contrast between property crime rates and violent crime rates—vehicle crime and burglary both below UK averages—suggests that while certain aspects of the area's infrastructure may deter property-related offences, the social dynamics in public spaces remain a critical concern.

November 2024 saw a stark rise in burglary, with a 300% increase from October's single incident to four reported cases. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in vehicle crime (from 0 to 3) and bicycle theft (from 0 to 2), signals a worrying shift in property-related crime. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.0% of all crimes—55% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also surged, 80% above the UK rate, with 33 incidents reported. These figures contrast sharply with the 27% reduction in other theft and the 35% drop in burglary compared to UK averages, highlighting uneven risk distribution. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, as the combination of dark evenings and seasonal events like Bonfire Night may contribute to these trends.

Prestatyn's crime rate in November 2024 rose to 9.5 per 1,000 residents, a 4.0% increase from the previous month's 9.1 per 1,000. This places the area 25.0% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a gap that has widened slightly over recent months. Locally, this translates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day, with one crime occurring for every 105 residents over the course of the month. While the daily figure may seem low, the concentrated nature of certain crimes—particularly violence and anti-social behaviour—raises concerns for residents. The population-scaled perspective shows that every resident faces a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though the overall number of incidents remains relatively manageable. This context is critical for understanding how local patterns diverge from national trends, especially in areas with distinct community dynamics.