Isle of Anglesey Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The Isle of Anglesey recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents in March 2025, placing it 32.1% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a long-term trend of lower crime rates in the area, consistent with its rural character and limited urban density. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.7% of all reported incidents (154 cases), with the local rate (2.2 per 1,000) 19% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category (26.3% of total crimes), though its rate (1.4 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 12%. The seasonal transition to spring may have influenced patterns, with longer evenings and clock changes potentially affecting both outdoor activities and crime opportunities. While property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained well below national levels, the slight increase in vehicle crime (+100%) and possession of weapons (+100%) warrants attention. These shifts could be linked to the island’s transport infrastructure or seasonal variations in vehicle usage. The overall data reinforces the area’s status as a relatively safe place, with crime rates significantly lower than the UK average, though localised challenges in anti-social behaviour and specific categories require continued monitoring.

March 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime and possession of weapons both doubling compared to February, rising from 3 to 6 and 2 to 4 respectively. These increases, while statistically significant, remain within the broader context of an overall downward trend. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 50%, from 2 to 1, a decrease that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced cycling activity in cooler weather. The crime mix also shifted, with violent crimes (154) making up 41.7% of all incidents, significantly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (2.2 per 1,000 locally). Anti-social behaviour, however, exceeded the UK average by 12%, with 97 incidents recorded. This contrast highlights the island’s unique challenges, where community-driven issues may contribute to higher rates of disorderly conduct compared to national trends. For residents, the 32.1% deficit in overall crime rate compared to the UK provides a tangible benchmark for local safety relative to the rest of the country.

The crime rate for March 2025 stands at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% decline from February’s 5.5 per 1,000. This small but consistent downward trend suggests a gradual reduction in reported incidents over recent months. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day in March, a figure that, while low compared to urban centres, reflects the island’s relatively sparse population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 187 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in this area. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 69,097 residents of Isle of Anglesey experience a crime rate significantly below the UK average, with the 32.1% deficit highlighting the area’s distinct safety profile. This lower rate may be influenced by the island’s rural character, where community cohesion and limited urban density contribute to fewer opportunities for certain types of crime. The absence of high-density housing, commercial hubs, or major transport links likely plays a role in maintaining this lower baseline.