Barmouth Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Barmouth’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, marking an 80.3% decrease compared to the UK average of 7.1. This stark contrast highlights the area’s consistently low crime profile, which has been reinforced by seasonal factors typical of a winter month. The breakdown of crimes reveals that anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent category, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, followed by shoplifting (22.2%) and violence and sexual offences (22.2%). These figures suggest a focus on non-violent, often community-based issues, which may be influenced by the area’s character as a coastal town with limited high-density urban spaces. The low overall crime rate is consistent with the seasonal context of February — a time of reduced outdoor activity, shorter daylight hours, and a pre-spring lull that typically correlates with lower crime rates in similar coastal communities. While direct causal links, the combination of geographic isolation, limited nightlife, and a small population likely contributes to the subdued crime environment. The absence of major retail hubs or commuter traffic further reduces opportunities for property-related crimes, aligning with the low rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting observed. This pattern is not unique to Barmouth but is amplified by its relatively small size and the specific dynamics of its built-up area within Gwynedd.

The most significant decrease in February was the 60% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 5 incidents in January to 2. This aligns with the typical seasonal pattern of lower violent crime during winter months, when outdoor activity and public gatherings are reduced. Shoplifting also fell by 33.3%, from 3 to 2 incidents, suggesting a possible shift in retail patterns or increased security measures. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime type, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, but its rate of 0.5 per 1,000 is 52% below the UK average — a striking contrast to the national trend. Bicycle theft in Barmouth was 233% above the UK average, with 1 incident reported in February compared to the national rate of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect local factors such as the presence of cycle paths or a small but active cycling community. Meanwhile, vehicle crime increased by 100% from zero to one incident, a change that could be linked to temporary factors like vehicle movements during winter or increased parking in the area.

Barmouth’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 1.4 per 1,000 residents, a 35.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 2.1. This reduction reflects a sustained trend of lower crime activity in the area, consistent with the seasonal context of a winter lull. Over the 29 days of February, the area recorded 9 total crimes, averaging 0 crimes per day — a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in Barmouth compared to other UK locations. When scaled to the population of 6,573, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 730 residents, a statistic that highlights the area’s generally low crime profile. This monthly aggregate does not account for daily fluctuations, but it provides a clear snapshot of how infrequent crime is in Barmouth relative to the UK average. The population context further reinforces that even when incidents do occur, their impact on the community is proportionally minimal, given the town’s small size and the low volume of crimes recorded.