Holyhead Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Holyhead's November 2023 crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents places it 33.3% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national trend. This elevated rate is driven primarily by violence and sexual offences, which account for 48.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (9.8%). These figures suggest a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, with November's darker evenings and Bonfire Night likely contributing to spikes in violent and anti-social incidents. The area's coastal location and status as a major port may also influence crime patterns, with transient populations potentially exacerbating issues like drug-related offences, which are 200% above the UK average. Meanwhile, the UK's overall decline in shoplifting—mirrored in Holyhead's 76.9% drop from 13 to 3 cases—points to broader retail security improvements. However, the persistence of high violent crime rates, which are 89% above the national average, indicates a need for targeted interventions. Local factors such as the proximity to the Menai Strait, which sees significant maritime activity, and the area's role as a regional transport hub could explain the elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. These patterns are consistent with other coastal towns where seasonal events and transient populations contribute to crime fluctuations.

November 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 2 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vulnerability during darker winter evenings or changes in local security practices. Drug-related offences also rose by 40%, from 5 to 7 cases, a trend that diverges sharply from the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This 200% gap above the national rate suggests a localised issue that warrants attention. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 76.9%, dropping from 13 to 3 cases—a decline that aligns with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This contrast highlights shifting crime dynamics, with retail theft decreasing while other categories, such as violence and anti-social behaviour, remain high. The 89% gap between Holyhead's violent crime rate (4.9 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) underscores a critical area for local focus.

Holyhead's November 2023 crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 15.3% decrease from the previous month's 11.9 per 1,000. This monthly decline suggests some short-term stabilisation. above the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported per day in November, a figure that reflects the area's consistent exposure to crime despite seasonal fluctuations. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 100 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. This monthly exposure is particularly notable given the area's coastal location and seasonal events, which may contribute to variations in crime patterns. The population context—Holyhead's 12,151 residents—means that even modest changes in crime rates can have tangible impacts on community safety perceptions.