Gwynedd Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gwynedd's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, 6.1% below the UK average of 8.2. This performance underscores the area's relatively lower crime density compared to the national benchmark, a trend consistent with its semi-rural character and dispersed population. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 38.6% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This figure, while 9% above the UK average for this category, is offset by strong performance in other areas, particularly anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, which are 21% and 78% below UK averages respectively. The seasonal context of June, marking the beginning of summer, likely influenced patterns: increased daylight and tourist activity may have contributed to higher rates of violence and sexual offences, while also potentially reducing opportunities for anti-social behaviour in public spaces. Property crimes, which include burglary and vehicle crime, collectively made up 33% of all incidents, a share that is lower than the UK average for property-related offences. This contrast highlights the unique dynamics of Gwynedd, where rural isolation and limited urban density may shape different crime profiles compared to more densely populated regions. The relatively low rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime, both significantly below UK averages, further suggest that Gwynedd's crime profile is shaped by its geographical and demographic characteristics, with fewer commercial hubs and less concentrated populations driving these trends.

June saw a 10% reduction in anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type, with incidents falling from 231 to 208. This decline may be linked to the start of summer, when community activities and longer daylight hours could deter such behaviour. Other theft also decreased by 9.2%, from 65 to 59, though this category remains 14% below the UK average. Conversely, possession of weapons surged by 225%, rising from 4 to 13 incidents, a stark increase that warrants attention. Bicycle theft also rose by 75%, from 4 to 7, reflecting seasonal patterns as more residents take to cycling during warmer weather. Meanwhile, robbery and theft from the person both saw small declines, though these categories remain well below UK averages. The violence and sexual offences category, at 3.0 per 1,000, is 9% above the UK average, highlighting a need for targeted interventions in this area.

Gwynedd's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable compared to May, with a 0.9% decrease from 7.8 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 31 reported crimes each day, a figure that aligns with typical patterns for a district of Gwynedd's population size. Over the course of the month, the crime rate translated to one reported incident for roughly every 130 residents, a metric that contextualizes the monthly exposure for local communities. When compared to the UK average, Gwynedd's rate remains lower, reflecting a broader trend of lower crime density in rural and semi-rural areas. This population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is present, its frequency is proportionally manageable for the area's demographic profile.