Bangor Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bangor's crime rate in June 2025 reached 12.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 49.4% above the UK average of 8.1. This stark divergence from national trends is driven by several factors, including the area's unique demographic and geographic profile as a coastal university town. The most prominent category, violence and sexual offences, accounted for 25.7% of all crimes, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000—8% above the UK average. However, the most striking outlier is shoplifting, which recorded 297% higher rates than the national average. This anomaly aligns with Bangor's dual role as a university hub and a tourist destination, where transient populations and retail activity create conditions conducive to such offences. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.8% of crimes at a rate 62% above the UK average. These patterns are consistent with seasonal trends in June, when the start of the summer season typically brings increased foot traffic to the town centre and surrounding areas. The data also shows a notable shift in crime composition compared to previous months, with property crimes (including shoplifting) now accounting for a larger share of incidents than violent crimes. This shift may be partially explained by the timing of university term breaks and the influx of visitors to the area. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the June figures suggest a combination of local characteristics and seasonal dynamics, with certain categories showing marked deviations from national norms.

June 2025 saw a sharp 157.1% increase in public order offences, rising from 7 to 18 incidents. This surge, which outpaced all other categories, may reflect the start of summer tourism and the associated pressures on local infrastructure. Shoplifting also rose by 40%, climbing from 30 to 42 cases, a figure that is 297% above the UK average. This anomaly is consistent with Bangor's status as a university town, where student populations and tourist activity may create opportunities for retail crime. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1 incident, linked to fewer vehicles on the road during the summer months. The most striking outlier remains shoplifting, which not only far exceeds the UK average but also constitutes 20.8% of all crimes reported in June—a proportion significantly higher than the national average for this category.

Bangor's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 12.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.9% decrease from the previous month's 13.0 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a stabilisation in local crime patterns after a peak in May. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 7 crimes per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Monthly exposure reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 83 residents, a ratio that highlights the density of incidents relative to the population. While this figure is lower than the previous month's equivalent (1 in 78 residents), it remains significantly above the UK average. The population-scaled perspective underscores that Bangor's crime environment, while showing a slight downward trend, continues to demand attention compared to national benchmarks.