Barmouth Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

March 2023 saw Barmouth maintain an exceptionally low crime rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 81.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 55.6% of all reported crimes, followed by public order incidents (33.3%) and drugs-related offences (11.1%). This mix contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences constitute 2.7 per 1,000 residents, and public order offences average 0.6 per 1,000. Barmouth’s significantly lower rates for both categories—71% below the UK average for violence and 22% below for public order—suggest a community with strong social cohesion and effective local policing. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as March’s transition to spring brought longer evenings, potentially increasing opportunities for public order incidents and violence in outdoor spaces. However, the area’s low overall crime rate, combined with its coastal geography and likely reliance on tourism, may contribute to a generally safer environment compared to more densely populated or urban areas. The absence of significant increases in any crime category during the month indicates that Barmouth’s current security measures and community dynamics are likely effective in curbing criminal activity.

While Barmouth’s overall crime rate remained exceptionally low, a closer look at the breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences constituted the largest share of reported crimes (55.6%), with 5 incidents recorded. This figure, though lower than the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, highlights a specific area of concern for residents. Public order offences also made up a notable portion of the total (33.3%), suggesting that incidents such as anti-social behaviour or alcohol-related disputes may be more prevalent in certain localities. The drugs category, with 1 reported incident, aligned precisely with the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, indicating no significant deviation in this area. Residents should remain vigilant in public spaces, particularly during the extended evenings of spring, as the combination of increased foot traffic and seasonal transitions may create conditions conducive to public order issues. The lack of a sharp increase in any category this month, despite the shift in daylight hours, suggests that existing community initiatives and police presence may be effectively mitigating risks.

Barmouth’s crime rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 translates to roughly 0 reported crimes per day, based on the 31-day period. This daily figure, while illustrative of the area’s low crime environment, is a local metric and not directly comparable to UK-wide averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 730 residents, a ratio that underscores the rarity of criminal incidents in this community. When contextualised against the population of 6,573, this means that the likelihood of any individual being directly affected by crime is minimal. However, the relatively high proportion of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK mix—where these account for 2.7 per 1,000—suggests that targeted prevention efforts may still be necessary. The area’s small population and likely rural or semi-rural character, combined with its coastal location, may naturally contribute to lower crime rates through reduced opportunities for certain types of offences. Nevertheless, the focus on violence and public order incidents highlights the importance of community engagement and policing strategies tailored to local needs.