Isle of Anglesey Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The Isle of Anglesey recorded a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, marking a 23.4% reduction below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 42.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.9%. These figures align with the area’s character as a largely rural district with a mix of coastal and inland communities, where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are more common than in densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors, including the clocks going back and darker evenings, likely contributed to the rise in violent incidents, as lower visibility can increase opportunities for crime. However, the overall stability in crime rates compared to previous months suggests no major disruptions. The sharp decline in shoplifting—down 14.8% from September—may reflect targeted efforts by retailers or increased community vigilance during Halloween, when foot traffic in high streets typically rises. Meanwhile, the relatively low levels of burglary (2.4% of all crimes) and vehicle crime (0.7% of all crimes) align with the area’s rural nature, where such crimes are less frequent than in urban areas. The UK comparison highlights the Isle of Anglesey’s success in maintaining lower rates of property crimes, particularly theft from the person (100% below the UK average) and bicycle theft (100% below the UK average), though these figures may also reflect the area’s smaller population and limited retail infrastructure. As the year progresses, continued monitoring of trends like the recent spike in drugs-related crimes will be critical to understanding emerging challenges.

October saw a 14.8% decrease in shoplifting, the most significant drop among property crimes. This decline may reflect heightened police presence during Halloween or reduced foot traffic in retail areas due to seasonal factors. Conversely, drugs-related crimes surged by 116.7%, rising from six to 13 incidents. This sharp increase could indicate a shift in local drug distribution patterns, though no direct links to seasonal changes are evident. Bicycle theft also rose by 100%, with one incident reported in October after none in September, linked to increased cycling during darker evenings. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 50%, from six to three incidents, suggesting effective measures in securing parked vehicles or reduced opportunities during the month. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.4% of all reported incidents, a proportion 6% below the UK average for this category.

The crime rate for October 2025 remained stable compared to September, declining by 1.3% to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity despite seasonal transitions. Daily crime data shows 13 crimes reported each day on average, a figure that aligns with the area’s historical patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 169 residents, a ratio that places the Isle of Anglesey well below the UK average in terms of population exposure. This monthly aggregate highlights the area’s relatively low crime density, particularly when compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that residents face a lower likelihood of encountering crime than the national average, though localized spikes in specific categories remain areas for attention.