Bangor Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bangor's January 2025 crime rate of 9.7 per 1,000 residents places it 36.6% above the UK average of 7.1, a stark contrast to the national picture. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area's unique characteristics, including its role as a university town and a hub for tourism, which can influence crime patterns. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (42.9% of total), anti-social behaviour (13.0%), and shoplifting (8.7%)—reflect a mix of local and seasonal factors. The post-holiday period in January, with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, likely contributes to the lower incidence of shoplifting compared to peak holiday months. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences may be linked to the area's demographic profile, including student populations and transient visitors. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.5 per 1,000, whereas Bangor's rate of 4.1 per 1,000 indicates a significant localised challenge. This pattern is consistent with other Welsh areas with similar economic and social profiles, where violence and anti-social behaviour often dominate crime statistics. The seasonal context further complicates the picture, as January's reduced outdoor activity may suppress certain types of crime while amplifying others, such as domestic-related offences.

January 2025 saw a marked increase in vehicle crime, with a 350% surge from 2 to 9 incidents. This rise may partly explain the broader category's position above the UK average by 22%. Concurrently, 'other crime' rose sharply by 400%, jumping from 1 to 5 cases, a shift that could reflect unclassified or emerging criminal activities. Conversely, burglary and criminal damage both declined—burglary fell by 50% (8 to 4) and criminal damage dropped by 46.7% (15 to 8), linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity and post-holiday caution. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 42.9% of all crimes, remain 63% above the UK average, a figure that underscores the area's distinct challenges compared to national trends. These fluctuations suggest a combination of local dynamics and broader seasonal influences, warranting further scrutiny.

Bangor's crime rate in January 2025 stood at 9.7 per 1,000 residents, an 11.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.9. This decline suggests a slight moderation in criminal activity, though the area still remains significantly above the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 104 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day in January, reflecting a steady rhythm of activity that contrasts with the UK's broader trends. While the drop from December may align with seasonal patterns—such as reduced retail footfall and shorter days— this does not necessarily indicate a long-term trend. The population context further highlights that even with this decrease, Bangor's crime rate remains higher than the UK average, underscoring the need for continued local monitoring and analysis.