Caernarfon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Caernarfon's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 12.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 60.5% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This marked disparity reflects the area's distinct position within the national crime profile, where local factors appear to drive significantly higher rates than the average for England and Wales. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.1% of all reported incidents—3.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure, 43% above the UK average, suggests ongoing challenges in managing public safety, particularly in the context of seasonal events like Bonfire Night and the transition to darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, with 28 incidents reported (2.8 per 1,000 residents), 152% above the UK average. This category's dominance may be linked to the area's built-up character, where concentrated populations and limited space could exacerbate tensions. Criminal damage and arson accounted for 10.6% of crimes, 128% above the UK average, a statistic that may reflect both environmental factors and the presence of transient populations. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping, Bonfire Night, and the onset of winter—likely influenced these patterns, with increased foot traffic and reduced visibility contributing to higher reporting rates. While these figures highlight areas of concern, they also provide a baseline for understanding the interplay between local conditions and broader crime trends, offering insights into how seasonal rhythms and geographical characteristics shape the area's crime profile.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in Caernarfon's crime profile, with several categories experiencing significant changes. Drug-related offences surged by 500%, jumping from one incident to six, a stark increase that may reflect seasonal demand or changes in local distribution networks. Similarly, robbery and vehicle crime each rose by 100%, with the latter moving from zero to six incidents—a development that could be linked to increased foot traffic during Black Friday shopping or changes in vehicle security practices. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 50% compared to the previous month, dropping from 74 to 37 incidents. This decline, while welcome, remains 43% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 22.8% share of total crimes, 152% above the UK average, a statistic that highlights ongoing challenges in managing public order in the area. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local events and broader crime trends, with seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the transition to darker evenings likely influencing reporting patterns.

Caernarfon's crime rate in November 2024 (12.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 26.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 16.5 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, suggests a possible stabilisation in local crime patterns after a period of elevated activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents and local authorities. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 82 residents over the course of the month. This ratio, while higher than the UK average, reflects the specific dynamics of Caernarfon's built-up area, where concentrated populations and seasonal factors may influence reporting rates. The population context further highlights that the 12.2 per 1,000 rate translates to 123 total crimes for a community of 10,116 residents, underscoring the scale of activity relative to the area's size. These figures, when compared to broader UK trends, illustrate both the local uniqueness and the challenges of maintaining public safety in a region with distinct social and geographical characteristics.