Bangor Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Bangor in February 2024 reveals a striking imbalance in the types of offences reported, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. At 11.6 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 63.4% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, highlighting a significant disparity that warrants attention. The breakdown shows that 41.2% of all reported crimes fall under violence and sexual offences, a category that is 92% above the UK average. This stark contrast is consistent with Bangor's character as a town with a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where social dynamics and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour, accounting for 21.7% of incidents, is also high, exceeding the UK average by 138%. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may partially explain the focus on indoor and community-based crimes, though the elevated levels of violence suggest underlying factors such as social isolation or economic pressures. In comparison to other crime categories, property-related offences appear relatively subdued, with shoplifting at 48% above the UK average but far below the 65% typically seen in UK urban centres. The dominance of violent crimes, combined with the high rates of anti-social behaviour, illustrates a community grappling with challenges in maintaining public safety during the colder months. These patterns are likely influenced by the area's demographic profile, which includes a significant student population and a mix of residential and commercial zones, factors that may exacerbate tensions and contribute to the observed crime mix.

February 2024 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, with three incidents reported compared to zero in January, a stark contrast to the 77% decline in vehicle crime (8 to 1). The crime mix reveals a 92% surplus in violent offences compared to the UK average, with 80 cases of violence and sexual offences recorded. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, exceeding the UK average by 138%. These figures underscore a shift in the balance of crime types, with property-related incidents comprising only 25% of the total, far below the 65% typically seen in UK urban areas. Burglary rates fell by 75% (8 to 2), suggesting a possible correlation with reduced outdoor activity during the winter months. Residents may find the 48% increase in shoplifting (14 cases) particularly relevant, indicating targeted retail theft patterns.

Bangor's February 2024 crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 13.8% decline from the previous month's 13.5 per 1,000, reflecting a local trend of reduced activity during the winter lull. This monthly figure translates to roughly seven crimes reported each day within the built-up area, highlighting the persistent presence of crime despite seasonal factors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 86 residents, a metric that contextualises the impact on the local population. When compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, Bangor's rate remains higher, though the month-on-month decrease suggests potential stabilisation in certain crime categories. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is elevated, the absolute number of incidents remains manageable for a town of 16,674 residents, with targeted interventions likely contributing to the downward trend observed in February.