Gwynedd Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 120,813 residents, the 785 crimes recorded in Gwynedd during September 2025 equate to 6.5 incidents per 1,000 people—12.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This rate places Gwynedd among the safer local authority districts in the UK, though the distribution of crime types reveals a complex picture shaped by seasonal and demographic factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all reported crimes, with 314 incidents recorded, matching the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This stability may be influenced by the area's mix of urban and rural settings, where high-traffic zones such as university campuses and town centres could contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, which made up 17.5% of total crimes, fell significantly below the UK average (1.2 per 1,000), with 137 incidents reported. This decline could be linked to the start of the academic year, as increased supervision in public spaces and the transition to shorter evenings may reduce opportunities for such behaviour. Shoplifting, the third most common crime type, rose by 41.7% compared to the previous month, reaching 68 incidents. This increase may reflect the back-to-school season and freshers' week at local universities, which could drive foot traffic to retail areas. However, the rate remains 2% below the UK average, suggesting that local measures or community engagement efforts may be mitigating the risk. The overall crime profile of Gwynedd in September 2025 illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and a generally lower incidence of property-related offences compared to national averages, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in specific areas.

September 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns across Gwynedd, with shoplifting increasing by 41.7% to 68 incidents, the highest recorded level for this category in the month. This rise may be linked to the start of the academic year and increased foot traffic in retail areas, though the rate remains 2% below the UK average for shoplifting. Burglary also rose sharply by 66.7%, with 30 incidents reported—a 7% increase above the UK average for this category. This could indicate seasonal vulnerabilities, such as increased home occupancy during the school term or changes in household routines. Anti-social behaviour fell by 41.2%, from 233 to 137 incidents, the largest monthly decline in this category. This drop aligns with the onset of shorter evenings and the start of term, which may reduce opportunities for such incidents in public spaces. Meanwhile, possession of weapons plummeted by 80%, from 10 to 2 incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, suggesting a possible reduction in related activities or increased enforcement efforts.

Gwynedd's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 23.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.5 per 1,000. This represents a notable shift in the local crime profile, with daily crime activity averaging 26 incidents over the 30-day period. When scaled to the area's population of 120,813, this translates to one reported crime for every 154 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns: violence and sexual offences remained stable relative to the UK, while anti-social behaviour and other thefts fell significantly below national averages. The drop in anti-social behaviour, which decreased by 41.2% compared to August, may reflect seasonal factors such as the transition to shorter evenings and the start of the academic year, which could reduce opportunities for such incidents. Conversely, the 66.7% increase in burglary highlights a potential vulnerability in residential security during this period, though the overall rate remains below the UK average for this category.