Gwynedd Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Gwynedd's overall crime rate in May 2025 stood at 7.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend in the area's crime profile, which has historically shown lower-than-average rates for property crimes but higher rates for violent and anti-social offences. Violence and sexual offences constituted 37.8% of all recorded crimes, with 344 incidents reported—slightly above the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (2.9 per 1,000 in Gwynedd). Anti-social behaviour accounted for 23.9% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.8 per 1,000, 27% higher than the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. These patterns align with Gwynedd's mix of rural and coastal communities, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher anti-social behaviour rates. Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely play a role in the elevated violence and anti-social behaviour figures. The area's lower property crime rates—particularly for shoplifting and vehicle crime—suggest that community-focused policing initiatives and local economic conditions may be mitigating these types of offences. However, the higher rates of violent crime highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas with concentrated social activity, such as town centres and coastal resorts.

May 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to five incidents—a stark anomaly in the data. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or reporting during the month's longer evenings. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 26% (from 73 to 54), possibly due to seasonal shifts in retail activity or targeted policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour remained 27% above the UK average, with 217 incidents reported, suggesting that community tensions or environmental factors in Gwynedd's more populated areas may persist. Vehicle crime fell sharply by 50% compared to the UK average, with only 19 incidents recorded—well below the national rate of 0.4 per 1,000. This could indicate effective vehicle security measures or lower commuter traffic during the month. The rise in drug-related offences (42.9% increase) from 21 to 30 incidents may point to evolving patterns in substance use or distribution networks. Residents might find the 50% reduction in shoplifting particularly notable, as it suggests a positive trend in retail crime prevention strategies. However, the 100% increase in theft from the person underscores the need for continued vigilance in public spaces.

Gwynedd's crime rate in May 2025 rose slightly by 2.0% compared to the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000, indicating a minor upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 29 crimes per day in May—a local figure that does not align with UK-wide daily averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 133 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a population of 120,813. This monthly exposure rate places Gwynedd in a category where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime personally, though the distribution of crime types suggests that certain groups—such as those in high-traffic areas or social hubs—are more vulnerable. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate remains below the UK average, the concentration of violent and anti-social crimes in specific locations may affect local communities. The 7.4% gap below the UK average is significant, but the rise in violent offences and anti-social behaviour indicates that targeted interventions could further reduce disparities. Residents should note that while the overall crime rate is manageable, the nature of incidents—particularly in public spaces—requires ongoing community engagement and policing strategies.