Gwynedd Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Gwynedd recorded a crime rate of 8.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 4.9% above the UK average of 8.1. This rate translates to one reported crime for roughly every 117 residents over the course of the month, a figure that helps contextualise the per-capita risk for local communities. The most significant contributors to this rate were violence and sexual offences (39.5% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.6%). These figures align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month when tourism surges and empty homes may increase vulnerability to property-related crimes. The rise in criminal damage and arson — a 47.3% increase from July — is consistent with the pattern of holiday-related vandalism. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) suggests that reduced traffic during the summer break may have limited opportunities for such offences. The profile of Gwynedd's crime profile in August reflects a mix of urban and rural dynamics, with anti-social behaviour and violence dominating the data. These trends may be influenced by the area's tourism infrastructure, which brings both economic activity and potential challenges in managing public spaces. The higher-than-average rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, combined with the lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime, illustrate the nuanced interplay between local factors and national crime patterns. For residents, understanding these figures in relation to the monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk, though direct causal links to specific events or policies.

August 2025 saw a 47.3% increase in criminal damage and arson, reaching 109 incidents — the highest recorded rate for this category in the area. This jump, consistent with the peak of the holiday season, may reflect increased property neglect or vandalism in tourist areas. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 33.3%, from 15 to 10 incidents, possibly linked to fewer vehicles on the road during the summer break. Among UK comparisons, violence and sexual offences were 18% above the national average, while shoplifting was 37% below, suggesting a combination of local factors and broader trends. The decrease in robbery by 50% to just two incidents highlights a potential shift in criminal activity, though further data would be needed to confirm underlying causes. For residents, the 33 daily crimes reported offer a concrete measure of local risk, though this figure is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily fluctuations.

Gwynedd's crime rate in August 2025 rose to 8.5 per 1,000 residents, a 5.4% increase from the previous month's 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area 4.9% above the UK average. On a daily basis, 33 crimes were reported across the 31 days of August, translating to a local frequency that residents may find useful for contextualising risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 117 residents, a figure that highlights the monthly exposure without overemphasising daily fluctuations. This rate, while slightly higher than the previous month, remains within a range that local authorities may monitor for trends. The population context is crucial: with 120,813 residents, even small percentage changes reflect tangible differences in community safety. The comparison to the UK average underscores that Gwynedd's profile is neither markedly safer nor riskier than the national picture, but the specific crime types and their regional dynamics add nuance to the analysis.