Barmouth Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Barmouth’s August 2023 crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents places it 50.6% below the UK average of 8.1, a stark contrast to the national picture. This built-up area within Gwynedd, likely a coastal town with seasonal tourism, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 46.2% of all incidents. Public order and anti-social behaviour followed closely, each contributing 11.5% to the total. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month—likely contributes to these patterns, as increased tourism and temporary residents may heighten tensions in public spaces. However, the area’s low crime rate compared to the UK suggests strong local deterrents, such as community policing or natural surveillance from residential areas. Property crimes like burglary and bicycle theft, while rising, remain low relative to the UK average. For instance, burglary in Barmouth was 47% above the UK rate, but the absolute number of three incidents over 6,573 residents indicates a manageable scale. This data illustrates how Barmouth’s unique geography and transient population during August may shape crime trends, with violent offences likely tied to the influx of visitors and anti-social behaviour linked to overcrowding in public areas. The relatively low overall rate, despite spikes in certain categories, reinforces the area’s status as a safer place compared to the national average.

August 2023 saw a 300% surge in violence and sexual offences, rising from three to 12 incidents. This spike aligns with the peak of the holiday season, when increased foot traffic and transient populations may heighten tensions in public spaces. Burglary also doubled, with three incidents reported—200% higher than July’s single case. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, is 47% above the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting a local vulnerability during August’s empty-home period. Meanwhile, bicycle theft reached 2.3 per 1,000, 233% above the UK average, likely driven by holiday cyclists visiting the coastal town. These figures highlight a shift in crime mix toward property offences, contrasting with the UK’s generally higher violent crime rates.

Barmouth’s crime rate in August 2023 rose sharply from 1.5 per 1,000 in July to 4.0 per 1,000, marking a 160.5% increase. This jump, though significant, still leaves the area 50.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal one reported crime per day on average, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 253 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while low compared to national averages, underscores the impact of concentrated incidents. The population context shows that Barmouth’s smaller size amplifies the visibility of even minor fluctuations, making localised factors—such as seasonal tourism—particularly influential. This contrast with the UK average highlights how Barmouth’s unique geography and transient population during August may drive crime patterns distinct from larger urban centres.