Bangor Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category in Bangor's crime profile for April 2024, accounting for 36.3% of all reported crimes. With a crime rate of 12.2 per 1,000 residents, the area significantly exceeds the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000 by 58.4%. This disparity underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The prevalence of violent crime, at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, is 72% above the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the broader trend. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, contributing 22.6% of total crimes at a rate of 2.8 per 1,000, 130% above the UK average. These statistics highlight the challenges faced by local authorities in managing public order and addressing root causes of aggression. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as April's spring weather and Easter-related activities likely increased outdoor interactions and potential conflicts. The relatively high rates of criminal damage and arson (1.4 per 1,000, 137% above the UK average) further indicate vulnerabilities in property security, linked to the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the data suggests that targeted efforts in violent crime and anti-social behaviour could yield measurable improvements. The seasonal context, with increased foot traffic and events, may provide opportunities for community engagement to mitigate tensions and promote safer environments.

April 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with increases in 'other crime' (+100.0%), 'vehicle crime' (+100.0%), and 'possession of weapons' (+100.0%), all of which were previously unreported. These jumps, though small in absolute numbers, may signal emerging trends or underreported issues requiring closer attention. Conversely, 'drugs' crimes dropped by 60.0%, and 'public order' offences fell by 58.6%, potentially reflecting changes in policing focus or seasonal factors such as the Easter holiday period. The dominance of violent crime—specifically violence and sexual offences—remains stark, with a rate of 4.4 per 1,000, 72% above the UK average. This category alone accounts for nearly a third of all reported crimes, a figure that likely contributes to the area's elevated overall rate compared to the national average. Residents may find the daily crime count (7 per day) a useful benchmark for understanding the pace of incidents in their locality.

Bangor's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 12.2 per 1,000 residents, a -1.0% decrease from the previous month's 12.4 per 1,000. This slight fluctuation suggests consistency in local crime patterns despite seasonal shifts. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 7 crimes per day over the month, a figure that may help residents gauge the frequency of incidents in their immediate environment. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 82 residents, highlighting the proportion of the population affected by crime over a 30-day period. This metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers a local perspective on the scale of crime relative to Bangor's population of 16,674. The stability in the overall rate, combined with the relatively low daily crime count, may indicate that the area's policing strategies or community initiatives are maintaining a consistent level of control over criminal activity.