Barmouth Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2024, Barmouth recorded a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 313 residents over the course of the month, highlighting the relatively low level of risk for local residents. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 42.9% of all reported incidents (9 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (19.1%, 4 cases) and shoplifting (14.3%, 3 cases). These figures align with patterns often seen in small coastal communities, where social interactions in public spaces can contribute to anti-social incidents, while limited retail presence may temper shoplifting rates compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors also played a role: the Easter period and spring weather likely increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the higher proportion of anti-social behaviour reported. However, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that Barmouth's built-up area within Gwynedd benefits from a combination of community cohesion and geographic characteristics that help mitigate criminal activity. The breakdown of crimes shows a distinct focus on property-related issues (shoplifting, criminal damage) and public order, with violent crimes remaining below the UK average (77% below for violence and sexual offences). This profile reflects a community where social tensions are managed through local networks, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (15% above) warrants further contextual analysis.

April 2024 saw a sharp increase in anti-social behaviour, rising by 350% from 2 cases in March to 9 cases. This surge, coupled with a 100% increase in shoplifting (from 0 to 3 cases) and public order offences (from 0 to 1 case), highlights a shift in the crime mix towards more disruptive incidents. While property crimes remained low (6 total, 28.6% of all crimes), the rise in anti-social behaviour was particularly pronounced, with the category now 15% above the UK average (1.4 per 1,000 vs UK 1.2 per 1,000). Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 50% (from 8 to 4 cases), aligning with the UK average (0.6 per 1,000 vs UK 2.6 per 1,000, 77% below). This contrast suggests that while interpersonal violence is managed effectively in Barmouth, public disorder incidents may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during Easter and the start of the spring tourist season. The rate of shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) was 25% below the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), indicating that local retail environments may not present the same opportunities for theft as more densely populated areas. These shifts underscore the importance of monitoring specific crime types that show significant variance from both historical trends and national benchmarks.

Barmouth's crime rate in April 2024 (3.2 per 1,000) marked a 49.8% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 2.1 per 1,000. This rise, however, still leaves the area significantly below the UK average, with the 3.2 rate representing 58.4% of the national figure. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregate statistics. When scaled to the population of 6,573, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 313 residents during the month, a ratio that places Barmouth among the safest areas in the UK. The previous month's rate (2.1 per 1,000) suggests a seasonal fluctuation, possibly linked to the timing of Easter and the associated changes in community activity. While the increase in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting may seem concerning, the overall crime profile remains far removed from the UK average, with violent crimes continuing to fall well below national levels. This comparison reinforces that Barmouth's low crime environment is resilient to short-term fluctuations, with the local population likely benefiting from a combination of community policing efforts, limited urban density, and the natural deterrents of a coastal setting. The monthly exposure figure (1-in-313) provides a concrete benchmark for residents to contextualise their personal risk, offering reassurance that even with the recent uptick in certain crime types, the overall threat level remains low.