Caernarfon Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,116 residents, Caernarfon reported 134 crimes in August 2025, equating to 13.3 crimes per 1,000 people—a rate 64.2% above the UK average of 8.1. This disparity underscores the area’s unique challenges, particularly in the context of its geographic and demographic profile. The crime breakdown reveals a stark focus on violent and property-related incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 31.3% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.1%) and shoplifting (12.7%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of a coastal town in August, when tourism peaks and local amenities attract both residents and visitors. The high rate of anti-social behaviour may be exacerbated by the influx of transient populations, while shoplifting incidents could be linked to retail activity in the town centre. Meanwhile, violent crimes showed a 27.6% decrease from July, reflecting temporary reductions in alcohol-related incidents or the impact of local policing efforts. However, the persistence of elevated rates for categories like drug offences (159% above the UK average) and possession of weapons (344% above the UK average) suggests deeper systemic issues. These findings are consistent with Caernarfon’s status as a built-up area within Gwynedd, where tourism, seasonal population shifts, and limited resources may contribute to a combination of factors influencing crime. The data also highlights a marked contrast with the UK average for burglary, which was 26% below the national rate, due to heightened community vigilance or the relatively small scale of the built-up area.

August 2025 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with possession of weapons surging by 300%—from 1 to 4 incidents—despite a 27.6% drop in violence and sexual offences. This shift may reflect changing patterns in criminal activity, though local factors such as seasonal transitions or community initiatives could also play a role. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, contributing 23.1% of total incidents and 112% above the UK average. Shoplifting increased by 170% compared to the UK average, linked to August’s peak tourism season and the influx of visitors to the area. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 100% (from 1 to 2 incidents), a trend that, while modest, could indicate vulnerabilities in unoccupied properties during the summer months. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes, such as retail zones or residential areas with vacant homes.

In August 2025, Caernarfon’s crime rate dropped by 4.9% from 13.9 to 13.3 per 1,000 residents, a slight but notable shift. This reduction, however, does not fully offset the area’s persistent elevation above the UK average. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 4 reported crimes each day in August, a figure that, while consistent with prior months, underscores the density of incidents in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 75 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within a tight-knit community. When compared to the UK average, Caernarfon’s crime rate remains 64.2% higher, a disparity that reflects both local conditions and broader regional trends. The population context—10,116 residents—further emphasizes that even modest absolute numbers translate to significant proportions in a smaller area, where crime can feel more immediate and concentrated.