Bangor Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 16,674, Bangor recorded 208 crimes in October 2023, translating to a crime rate of 12.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 56.2% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the local challenges in crime prevention. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (17.3%), and shoplifting (14.9%), each reflecting distinct aspects of the area’s social and economic fabric. Violence and sexual offences, though not uncommon, were 48% above the UK average, a gap that may be attributed to the area’s proximity to educational institutions and the associated transient population. Anti-social behaviour, which includes disturbances and public disorder, was 72% above the national rate, potentially linked to the density of residential and commercial zones. Shoplifting, at 228% above the UK average, likely reflects the concentration of retail hubs in the built-up area, where high foot traffic and seasonal events like Halloween could exacerbate theft opportunities. Seasonal context also plays a role: the return to darker evenings in October may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and violence, as visibility decreases and community engagement shifts. These patterns, while influenced by local dynamics, remain consistent with broader trends observed in similar urban centres, where seasonal transitions and demographic factors often intersect to shape crime profiles.

October saw significant increases in drug-related crimes, which tripled from three to six incidents, marking a 100% rise. This surge, though unexplained by the data, may reflect seasonal shifts tied to Halloween or other local factors. Conversely, other crime fell by 75% as the category dropped from four to one incident, indicating a possible reduction in unclassified or less frequent offences. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 26.5%, from 49 to 36 incidents, potentially linked to the end of the academic term reducing youth gatherings. Violence and sexual offences remained 48% above the UK average, while shoplifting—driven by retail activity—was 228% above the national rate. These figures highlight stark contrasts in local crime trends compared to the UK, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting standing out as particularly elevated categories. A resident would find the 100% increase in drug-related crimes particularly noteworthy, as it signals a sudden and significant change in this area.

Bangor’s crime rate in October 2023 fell by 14.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 14.5 to 12.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the end of the university term, which may have reduced foot traffic in certain areas. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately seven crimes per day in October, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity but remains higher than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 80 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population. This rate, while lower than September, still positions Bangor as a locality with above-average crime concerns compared to the UK. The population-scaled perspective reveals that each resident faces a higher likelihood of encountering crime than the national average, though the month-on-month reduction suggests potential shifts in patterns or interventions that may have influenced outcomes.