Bangor Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 presented a stark contrast in Bangor's crime profile, with the most unexpected development being an 8.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the area's most common crime category. This decline, from 104 to 95 incidents, occurred against the backdrop of an overall crime rate of 14.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.8% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The data reveals a marked disparity between Bangor and national trends, particularly in shoplifting, which occurred at a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents—233% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night, may have influenced these patterns, potentially contributing to increased anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Meanwhile, the decrease in violent crime could be attributed to factors such as reduced alcohol consumption or changes in public gatherings during the month. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, also exceeded the UK average by 89%, indicating ongoing challenges in community management. These figures illustrate a town grappling with persistent issues, albeit with some unexpected fluctuations that warrant closer examination in the coming months.

November saw a notable 8.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category in Bangor, which fell from 104 to 95 incidents. This decline, despite the overall high crime rate, contrasts with the 233% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 52.2%, from 23 to 35 cases, reflecting a growing challenge in community management. Conversely, burglary dropped sharply by 75%, from 4 to 1 incident, a change that may be linked to seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings. Vehicle crime also decreased by 55.6%, from 9 to 4 cases, possibly influenced by the end of the holiday season and reduced retail activity. These shifts highlight a combination of local conditions and broader patterns, with some categories aligning closely with UK averages while others deviate significantly.

Bangor's November 2024 crime rate of 14.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 7.1% increase from the previous month's 13.5 per 1,000. This upward trend, while modest, places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, approximately 8 crimes were reported each day in November, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 69 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. With a population of 16,674, the scale of this rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, which suggests that Bangor's residents face a crime environment that is more than double the national standard. This context is crucial for understanding the lived experience of crime in the area, especially for those who may perceive local safety as a concern.