Prestatyn Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a notable shift in Prestatyn’s crime profile, with the overall rate of 9.2 crimes per 1,000 residents placing the area 13.6% above the UK average of 8.1. This disparity underscores a concentration of specific crime types that diverge from national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the landscape, accounting for 40.8% of all reported crimes, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (21.7%) and shoplifting (15.8%). These figures align with patterns typical of a coastal town at the start of summer, when tourism and extended daylight hours may contribute to heightened social activity and associated challenges. The surge in shoplifting—138% above the UK average—suggests potential vulnerabilities in retail security or increased foot traffic during the season. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour, which is 41% above the UK average, may reflect the pressures of a growing population or the dynamics of a built-up area with mixed-use zones. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as June marks the beginning of the tourist season in coastal regions, increasing interactions and tensions in public spaces. This context may also explain the relatively low rates of burglary and other theft, which are 29% and 61% below the UK average respectively, due to stronger community cohesion or more effective local security measures.

The most striking month-on-month change was the 175% increase in public order offences, which rose from 4 to 11 incidents. This dramatic jump, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary and a 100% surge in 'other crime' (which includes a range of less frequent but varied offences), signals a significant shift in the crime mix. Public order offences, now at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, are 19% above the UK average and may be linked to the influx of visitors during the early summer months. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3%, from 12 to 8, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity or more effective community engagement in preventing vandalism. The shoplifting rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents—138% above the UK average—remains a persistent concern for local businesses, particularly in high-traffic areas. Residents may find the breakdown of violent crimes (62 incidents, 40.8% of total) particularly relevant, as this category is 33% above the UK average and could indicate challenges in managing conflicts in public spaces or addressing underlying social issues.

Prestatyn’s crime rate in June 2025 (9.2 per 1,000) represents a 10.0% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 8.4, highlighting a recent upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for continuous monitoring. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for every 109 residents, a monthly exposure that, while lower than the UK average in some categories, remains a focal point for local authorities. This rate is particularly significant when considering Prestatyn’s population of 16,513, as it illustrates the frequency of crime relative to the community size. The comparison to the UK average reveals a mixed picture: while violent crimes and anti-social behaviour are above national levels, burglary and other theft are significantly below. This contrast may be attributed to the area’s characteristics as a built-up coastal town, where tourism and retail activity drive certain crime types but also foster community engagement that deters others. The 10% month-on-month rise, though modest, could reflect the cumulative impact of seasonal factors, such as increased visitor numbers or changes in local routines during the summer months.