Isle of Anglesey Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile of the Isle of Anglesey in July 2024, accounting for 34.6% of all reported crimes. This category, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents, remains 23% below the UK average, which stands at 2.9 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area in July was 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the Isle of Anglesey 26.2% below the national average of 8.4 per 1,000. This disparity may be attributed to the island’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics, including its rural setting and seasonal tourism patterns. The summer months often bring an influx of visitors to the Isle of Anglesey, particularly to coastal areas and event venues, which could contribute to the prominence of violence and sexual offences during this time. Anti-social behaviour, the second most reported category, accounted for 22.0% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents, also below the UK average. Shoplifting followed closely, making up 9.1% of incidents, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000 residents. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, with schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals in full swing—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. The combination of increased foot traffic in public spaces and the transient nature of summer visitors may create conditions where anti-social behaviour and certain types of theft are more prevalent. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of property-related crimes such as burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) suggest that the area’s rural character and lower population density contribute to a safer environment for property crimes compared to more densely populated urban areas. These findings underscore the importance of understanding local dynamics when interpreting crime statistics, as the Isle of Anglesey’s unique context—its mix of rural tranquility and seasonal tourism—shapes the nature and distribution of criminal activity in ways distinct from other regions of the UK.

July 2024 saw a 20.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most reported category, from 187 to 149 incidents. This reduction may partly explain the overall 6.7% decline in the area’s crime rate compared to June. The category of violence and sexual offences remains 23% below the UK average, with a rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents. Meanwhile, three categories—possession of weapons, bicycle theft, and theft from the person—each saw a 100% increase from zero to one or two incidents, though these remain statistically insignificant given the small numbers. The category of drugs, however, fell by 22.7% to 17 incidents, aligning with the UK average rate of 0.2 per 1,000. For residents, the 14 crimes reported per day in July provides a tangible snapshot of the local crime environment, offering a useful benchmark for understanding the pace of incidents in a given month.

The crime rate for July 2024 stands at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with a broader seasonal pattern observed in the Isle of Anglesey, where crime rates typically dip during the summer months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 reported crimes, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity during peak tourism season. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime was reported for roughly every 160 residents over the course of July, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised against the island’s population of 69,097, highlights the proportion of the population affected by crime in a single month. The decline in violent crimes, in particular, suggests that the summer months may see a shift in criminal activity, potentially linked to the area’s seasonal dynamics such as extended daylight hours and increased community engagement during festivals and events.