Gwynedd Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in Gwynedd's October 2025 crime statistics is the unexpected surge in violent crime categories, particularly the 300% increase in possession of weapons and the tripling of robbery incidents. While the overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents remains 16.9% below the UK average, this stability masks significant shifts in crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.4% of all reported crimes, slightly above the UK average for this category, and anti-social behaviour followed closely at 20.4%. These figures suggest that local tensions or environmental factors—such as the darker evenings of October and the proximity to Halloween—may have contributed to the rise in violent incidents. However, other categories showed marked declines, with shoplifting falling by 39.7% and vehicle crime dropping by 76%, both far below UK averages. The seasonal context of October, including the clocks going back and the onset of darker evenings, may explain some of these fluctuations. For instance, the sharp decrease in shoplifting could be attributed to increased retail security measures or fewer foot traffic hours during the month. Conversely, the rise in possession of weapons may reflect a combination of local policing strategies and the seasonal impact of holidays. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local conditions and national trends, with Gwynedd's crime profile continuing to diverge from the UK average in several key areas.

October 2025 saw alarming increases in violent crime categories, with possession of weapons surging by 300% (2 to 8 incidents) and robbery tripling from 1 to 4. These jumps, though small in absolute numbers, signal a marked shift in criminal activity that could reflect seasonal factors such as Halloween or the transition to darker evenings. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 39.7% (68 to 41), a stark contrast to the 52% UK-wide deficit for this category. This decline may be linked to increased police presence during October or seasonal retail strategies. Gwynedd's violent crime rate—driven by 337 incidents of violence and sexual offences—remains 5% above the UK average for this category, despite the overall rate being 16.9% below national levels. Meanwhile, vehicle crime plummeted by 76% (5 to 1), suggesting that targeted interventions or changes in commuter patterns may have had a measurable impact. A resident would find the 337 reported violent crimes particularly noteworthy, as it constitutes 43.4% of all incidents and exceeds the UK average for this category.

Gwynedd's crime rate in October 2025 remained stable at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, a 1.2% decrease from the previous month's 6.5 per 1,000. This suggests continuity in local crime patterns, though the slight decline may reflect seasonal adjustments as the area transitions into darker evenings. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 156 residents, placing Gwynedd well below the UK average in terms of monthly exposure. With a population of 120,813, this rate underscores the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. The stability in crime rates, despite fluctuations in specific categories, indicates that broader systemic factors—such as community policing efforts or environmental conditions—may be maintaining equilibrium. This consistency contrasts with other areas where sharp seasonal spikes are more common, suggesting that Gwynedd's unique demographic or geographic characteristics may contribute to its lower volatility.