Bangor Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bangor's crime profile in May 2023 reveals a stark contrast between violent and property crime, with the former dominating at 108 incidents compared to 89 property-related offences. This imbalance, with violent crime comprising 35.2% of all reported incidents, suggests a significant shift in the area's crime dynamics. The overall rate of 18.4 per 1,000 residents is 130% above the UK average, a disparity that may partly reflect the built-up area's characteristics and seasonal factors. May's longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased socialising in public spaces, exacerbating violence and anti-social behaviour. The data shows that violence and sexual offences alone account for 6.5 per 1,000 residents, 134% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (3.6 per 1,000) and public order offences (2.5 per 1,000) also far exceed national benchmarks. This pattern may indicate challenges in managing community spaces, particularly as May's extended daylight hours encourage outdoor activity. The UK average for public order offences is 0.7 per 1,000, yet Bangor's rate is 279% higher, highlighting a need for targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic. Seasonal context further complicates the picture, as the combination of warmer weather and longer evenings may amplify social interactions that contribute to crime. While property crimes remain a concern, the dominance of violent crime suggests a different set of risk factors compared to other areas, linked to Bangor's role as a regional hub with fluctuating population densities.

May 2023 saw a 300% surge in drug-related offences, rising from one to four incidents, a stark anomaly in the crime profile. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 66.7%, with 25 incidents reported compared to 15 in April. This increase may partly explain the shift in crime mix, as property crimes (89) now trail violent crimes (108) by a narrow margin. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences remain high, with the latter 279% above the UK average. Residents might find the 66.7% shoplifting increase particularly relevant, as it directly impacts local businesses and retail environments. The contrast between vehicle crime (33% below UK average) and public order offences (279% above) underscores the uneven nature of Bangor's crime profile, with social spaces appearing to drive a significant portion of reported incidents.

Bangor's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 18.4 per 1,000 residents, a 21.4% increase from April's 15.2 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, with the gap widening over the past year. On a daily basis, Bangor experienced roughly 10 crimes per day in May, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 54 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the persistent presence of crime in the built-up area, though it remains a localised metric with no direct UK-wide equivalent. The population context is critical: with 16,674 residents, the area's density likely contributes to higher interaction rates between individuals, potentially influencing crime patterns. While vehicle crime fell 33% below the UK average, other categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences far exceeded national benchmarks, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in community spaces.