Gwynedd Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a sustained period of lower-than-average crime in Gwynedd, with a rate of 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents—14.8% below the UK average of 8.1. This trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of the region, where the start of summer and increased tourism may contribute to shifts in crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.1% of all reported crimes.6 per 1,000 was 9% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 20.9% of total crimes, with its rate (1.4 per 1,000) 1% below the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local factors, such as community engagement during the summer months, and broader national trends. The relatively low rates of property crime—particularly burglary, vehicle crime, and bicycle theft—may reflect the area's rural character, where fewer high-density urban spaces exist to drive such offences. However, the rise in shoplifting to 0.7 per 1,000 (11% above the UK average) highlights vulnerabilities in retail environments, exacerbated by the influx of summer visitors. This data underscores the importance of contextualising crime trends within Gwynedd’s unique geographical and seasonal profile, where tourism and seasonal transitions shape both opportunities and challenges for law enforcement.

June 2025 saw notable reductions in several crime categories, with theft from the person falling by 80% (from 5 to 1) and vehicle crime decreasing by 68.4% (from 19 to 6). These declines may reflect heightened community vigilance during the summer months or the impact of targeted policing efforts in high-risk areas. Conversely, shoplifting increased by 46.3% (from 54 to 79), pushing its rate to 0.7 per 1,000—11% above the UK average. This anomaly could be linked to the start of the tourist season, as visitors may be more likely to engage in opportunistic theft in retail hubs. Robbery also rose sharply by 100%, with two incidents reported, though this remains a rare occurrence in Gwynedd. Violent crime, while still the most common category, remained 9% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s lower population density and reduced conflict in public spaces during summer. The sharp drop in possession of weapons (66.7% decrease) suggests effective measures in reducing illegal firearm circulation, though the small number of incidents means caution is required in interpreting this trend.

Gwynedd’s crime rate in June 2025 (6.9 per 1,000) represented an 8.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.5, reflecting a continued downward trajectory. Over the 30 days of June, this translated to an average of 28 crimes per day, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, illustrates the persistent presence of crime in local communities. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a statistic that provides context for residents considering the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. When compared to the UK average, Gwynedd’s performance in several categories—particularly burglary (64% below), drugs (26% below), and vehicle crime (73% below)—highlights the area’s distinct characteristics. These lower rates may be attributed to Gwynedd’s rural and semi-rural landscape, where fewer densely populated areas exist to facilitate certain types of crime. However, the higher-than-average shoplifting rate (11% above) underscores the need for targeted interventions in retail zones, especially as summer tourism intensifies. This comparative analysis reinforces the importance of tailoring local crime prevention strategies to Gwynedd’s specific demographic and geographical context.