Isle of Anglesey Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 69,097, the Isle of Anglesey recorded 332 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 32.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, placing the area well within the lower end of national crime statistics. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (41.9% of total), anti-social behaviour (19.3%), and criminal damage and arson (7.8%). These patterns align with the area’s rural character, where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes may dominate over urban-centric crimes like theft from the person. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely contributes to the lower incidence of shoplifting and public order offences compared to busier months. However, the relatively high proportion of violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) suggests that community-based initiatives targeting domestic abuse or localised tensions could be areas for further focus. While the overall rate is low, the 84% gap in shoplifting compared to the UK average highlights the impact of reduced foot traffic in rural retail hubs. This data also reflects the challenges of policing a sparsely populated area, where resources may be stretched across a large geographic footprint. The combination of low crime rates and specific category disparities illustrates a community with strong local policing but potential gaps in addressing certain types of offending.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, possession of weapons, and robbery, each rising by 100% from zero incidents in December. These jumps, while statistically significant, may reflect isolated events or targeted activity rather than a sustained trend. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 47.4% (19 → 10), a drop consistent with post-holiday reductions in retail footfall and festive shopping activity. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 31.9% (204 → 139).0 per 1,000 remains 20% below the UK average for this category. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to national patterns: shoplifting is 84% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 8% below. These disparities underscore the unique dynamics of a rural area, where community policing and lower population density may influence reporting and prevention efforts. A resident might find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, suggesting a need for targeted measures in high-risk locations.

In January 2025, the Isle of Anglesey recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, marking an 18.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.9. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull may contribute to lower outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 11 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 208 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in a population of 69,097. This monthly exposure figure is particularly meaningful for understanding the scale of crime in relation to the area’s size, though it does not account for variations in localised hotspots or demographic factors. The decline from December’s rate may also reflect broader trends in rural areas, where crime often fluctuates with seasonal rhythms and community engagement efforts.