Bangor Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Bangor's crime profile in April 2025, accounting for nearly 30% of all reported incidents. At 13.3 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 72.7% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a disparity that highlights the need for targeted policing strategies. The seasonal context of April—characterised by Easter celebrations and spring weather—likely contributes to increased outdoor activity, which may partly explain the prominence of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, is 88% above the UK average, suggesting that local social dynamics or environmental factors are exacerbating such incidents. Shoplifting, though lower in proportion than violence, remains 248% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the town's retail infrastructure and foot traffic patterns. The interplay between these factors—ranging from seasonal influences to the built environment—creates a complex landscape where property crime and violent crime coexist in a way that is more pronounced than in many other parts of the UK. This elevated rate is consistent with Bangor's status as a built-up area within Gwynedd, where urban density and community interactions may amplify certain types of criminal activity.

April 2025 saw a striking 200% increase in bicycle theft, with reported incidents rising from one to three. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in robbery and possession of weapons, suggests shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 53.8%, possibly reflecting seasonal changes or targeted enforcement efforts. The dominance of violence and sexual offences—accounting for nearly 30% of all reported crimes—places Bangor 49% above the UK average for this category. Shoplifting, at 248% above the UK average, remains a persistent issue, likely driven by the area's retail presence. These figures underscore the need for tailored interventions, with particular focus on anti-social behaviour, which is 88% above the UK average. Residents may find the 100% increase in possession of weapons particularly concerning, indicating a potential escalation in armed incidents.

Bangor's crime rate in April 2025 rose to 13.3 per 1,000 residents, a 7.8% increase from March's 12.3 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over the past year. On a daily basis, 7 crimes were reported in April, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 75 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK-wide average, though no direct comparison data is available for Bangor. The population context reveals that, with 16,674 residents, the localised impact of crime is more pronounced than in larger urban centres where rates are often diluted across greater populations. This suggests that community-specific factors, such as local policing strategies or demographic characteristics, may play a role in shaping the area's crime profile.