Bangor Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

December 2023 saw Bangor’s overall crime rate reach 10.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 43.1% above the UK average of 7.2. This stark deviation from the national norm reflects a complex mix of local factors, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime picture. These incidents accounted for 41.3% of all reported crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category by 64%. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting followed closely, contributing 15.7% and 15.1% respectively, both of which are 72% and 227% above UK averages. The seasonal context of December—marked by dark evenings, holiday shopping, and social gatherings—likely contributes to these patterns. Retail environments in Bangor may see heightened shoplifting activity during the Christmas rush, while the reduced visibility of dark evenings could exacerbate incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s relatively low population of 16,674, combined with its role as a regional hub for services and education, may create a unique crime profile that differs from larger urban centres. However, the data also suggests pockets of resilience, such as vehicle crime and burglary rates that fall below UK averages by 33% and 43% respectively. These lower rates may reflect effective local policing strategies or the physical layout of the built-up area, which could limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The month’s crime picture, while concerning in parts, illustrates the interplay between seasonal rhythms and local demographics in shaping criminal activity.

December 2023 marked a 16% month-on-month decline in Bangor’s crime rate, dropping from 12.3 to 10.3 per 1,000 residents. This decrease aligns with a reduction in public order offences, which fell by 62.5% from 24 to 9 cases. The drop in public order crimes may be linked to the seasonal lull in large gatherings or increased community engagement during the festive period. However, some crime categories showed troubling increases. Possession of weapons rose by 100%, with one incident reported in December after none in November, a shift that could signal emerging trends or underreporting in previous months. Other crime and burglary both increased by 50%, reflecting heightened activity in unoccupied homes during the holiday season. Violent crime, which constitutes 41.3% of all reported incidents, remains significantly above the UK average by 64%, with 71 cases recorded. This stark discrepancy may indicate that Bangor’s built-up area faces unique challenges in managing violent incidents, due to its role as a regional hub with higher population density and transient populations. Shoplifting, at 26 cases, remains 227% above the UK average, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in retail environments. These figures underscore the importance of balancing seasonal crime management with long-term strategies to address persistent issues.

Bangor’s crime rate in December 2023 was 10.3 per 1,000 residents, a 16% decrease from November’s 12.3. This reduction translates to roughly 6 crimes reported per day, a local figure that provides context for residents on a daily basis. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while concerning, is slightly lower than the 1-in-90 figure observed in November. When compared to the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000, Bangor’s rate remains 43.1% higher, a disparity that persists despite the month-on-month improvement. This gap is most pronounced in violent crime, which is 64% above the UK average, and shoplifting, which is 227% above. However, the area’s performance in certain categories, such as vehicle crime (33% below UK average) and burglary (43% below), suggests that local conditions or policing efforts may mitigate specific risks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Bangor’s crime rate is elevated nationally, the absolute number of crimes (172) is manageable within its relatively small population of 16,674. This context is critical for residents assessing personal risk: the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-97 means that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is moderate, though targeted categories like violent crime require continued attention.