Gwynedd Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gwynedd’s crime profile in January 2025 reveals a pronounced imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly half (42.7%) of all reported incidents. This stark contrast to the UK average, where such crimes constitute 2.5 per 1,000 residents, suggests a local context shaped by social dynamics or community-specific factors. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents—19.7% below the UK average of 7.1—positions Gwynedd as a relatively safer region, though the dominance of violent crime indicates targeted challenges. Anti-social behaviour (20.9% of total crimes) and shoplifting (6.7%) formed the next most common categories, with the latter occurring at 35% below the UK average, potentially reflecting lower retail footfall during the post-holiday period. Seasonal context further informs this picture: January’s reduced daylight and post-Christmas retail activity may have limited opportunities for property crimes, while the prominence of violent offences could align with the area’s demographic profile. For a largely rural district, the crime mix suggests a combination of isolated incidents and community-level issues, with the need for continued attention to violent crime trends. The UK comparison highlights Gwynedd’s success in maintaining a lower crime rate overall, but the concentration of violent incidents underscores the importance of addressing underlying factors such as social cohesion or policing strategies.

The crime mix in January 2025 revealed a stark dominance of violent crime, with violence and sexual offences comprising 42.7% of all reported incidents—far exceeding property crimes. This contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 2.5 per 1,000 residents, placing Gwynedd 4% below the national rate for this category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour surged by 15.2% (125 to 144 incidents), a notable increase that may reflect heightened tensions in community spaces during the post-holiday period. Conversely, several categories showed marked declines: robbery fell by 75% (4 to 1), and bicycle theft dropped by 57.1% (7 to 3), likely influenced by reduced outdoor activity and shorter days. Vehicle crime rose by 30% (10 to 13), a trend that could be linked to increased rural travel or unsecured vehicles during colder months. These shifts in crime patterns underscore the dynamic interplay between seasonal factors and local demographics, with violent crime remaining a central concern despite the area’s overall lower-than-average rate.

Gwynedd's crime rate in January 2025 (5.7 per 1,000 residents) marked an 11.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.5, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over 31 days, this translated to an average of 22 crimes reported daily, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. On a monthly basis, the rate equates to one reported crime for every 175 residents, a measure that highlights the relative safety of the area compared to broader UK trends. While the overall rate remains 19.7% below the UK average, this comparison section underscores the local context: Gwynedd’s population of 120,813 means that crime exposure is spread across a geographically dispersed community, potentially influenced by rural infrastructure and lower population density. The reduction in robbery by 75% (from 4 to 1) and bicycle theft by 57.1% (from 7 to 3) suggests seasonal factors—such as post-holiday reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours—may have limited opportunities for certain crimes. These figures, when viewed alongside the daily crime count, offer a practical lens through which residents can assess local safety in relation to both national benchmarks and immediate community experiences.