Caernarfon Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Caernarfon's January 2024 crime rate of 15.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 105.4% above the UK average of 7.4, underscoring a stark deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (38.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (26.0%) and criminal damage and arson (10.4%). This profile contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for just 2.6 per 1,000 (2.6 per 1,000). The area's coastal location and historical character may contribute to these patterns, with seasonal factors such as reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours potentially influencing crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, which are 123% above the UK average, could reflect the impact of local social hubs or community tensions. Anti-social behaviour, 304% above the UK average, may be linked to the town's compact urban layout, where public spaces are densely used. These figures, combined with the 181% surge in criminal damage and arson, suggest a need for targeted interventions in public areas and community engagement. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, with fewer tourists and reduced economic activity—may have compounded these issues, though the exact mechanisms remain to be explored.

January 2024 saw a 900% month-on-month increase in public order crimes, rising from one incident to ten. This sharp rise, coupled with a 233% jump in anti-social behaviour (from 12 to 40 cases), indicates a dramatic shift in the crime profile. The category of criminal damage and arson also surged by 220%, from five to 16 incidents, suggesting heightened tensions or environmental factors at play. Violent crimes accounted for 38.3% of all reported incidents, significantly above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (123% above). Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 66.7%, and other theft decreased by 64.3%, possibly linked to reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period. These fluctuations highlight the complexity of local crime patterns, with public order and anti-social behaviour emerging as critical areas for intervention. Residents may find the 900% rise in public order crimes particularly concerning, as it suggests a potential need for increased community engagement or policing in public spaces.

Caernarfon's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 15.2 per 1,000 residents, a 35% increase from the previous month's rate of 11.3. This shift positions the area as one of the UK's most crime-affected regions, with the overall rate 105.4% above the national average. Daily crime activity averaged five incidents per day, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 66 residents. While this figure may seem stark, it reflects a concentrated pattern of incidents rather than widespread disorder. The population context reveals that over 10,000 residents share this burden, with the most significant spikes occurring in violent and anti-social categories. This rate is higher than the UK average, which stands at 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting the need for targeted local responses. The contrast with surrounding areas, which may have lower crime rates, suggests that Caernarfon's unique socio-economic dynamics—such as its status as a historic coastal town with seasonal tourism—may contribute to these figures.