Gwynedd Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a notable shift in Gwynedd's crime profile, with violent crimes dominating over property-related incidents. The overall crime rate for the month stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 3.9% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while relatively low, highlights a persistent trend of violent crime being the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.3% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, were 3% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to the area's seasonal dynamics. With the arrival of spring and the Easter period, increased outdoor activity and social gatherings could have contributed to the rise in violent incidents, particularly in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, at 23.7% of total crimes, was another significant contributor, with rates 35% above the national benchmark. This suggests that community tensions or environmental factors may be exacerbating such behaviour. Meanwhile, property crimes, though lower than violent incidents, saw shoplifting rates 9% below the UK average, indicating effective retail security measures or a lower incidence of opportunistic theft. The seasonal context of April—marked by longer days and warmer weather—likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as increased foot traffic and social interactions may have both heightened opportunities for certain crimes and influenced policing priorities. These figures underscore the importance of contextualising local crime data within broader demographic and environmental factors to develop targeted interventions.

April 2025 witnessed a stark shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes (323) significantly outpacing property crimes (246). This imbalance may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during the Easter period. Among the most notable changes, bicycle theft surged by 200%, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, doubling from 2 to 4 cases. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 38.2%, dropping from 34 to 21, suggesting a possible reduction in illicit activity during the month. Violence and sexual offences, at 323 incidents, were 3% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour, at 211 cases, was 35% above the national benchmark. These figures indicate that while some categories remain below the UK average, others, particularly those linked to public order and personal safety, are higher.

Gwynedd's crime rate in April 2025 remained stable compared to March, with a 1.4% increase from 7.3 to 7.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that the local policing strategies and community initiatives have maintained a steady level of control over criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 30 reported crimes, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace at which incidents occur in the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 136 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate to crime. Given the population of 120,813, this statistic offers a clear perspective on how frequently residents encounter crime within their local environment. The comparison to the UK average, while not directly referenced here, underscores the importance of contextualising local data within national trends to fully understand the implications of these figures.