Holyhead Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Holyhead's crime profile in September 2023 reveals stark contrasts with national trends, particularly in anti-social behaviour, which was 184% above the UK average. This category alone accounted for 30.1% of all crimes, dwarfing the 1.3 per 1,000 rate observed nationally. The area's overall crime rate of 12.6 per 1,000 residents, 57.5% above the UK average, highlights systemic challenges in maintaining public safety. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.4 per 1,000, were 61% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent issue in this category. These figures may be influenced by the area's character as a coastal town with a significant student population during university freshers' week, which began in late September. The seasonal context of back-to-school activities and shorter evenings likely contributes to increased anti-social behaviour, as the breakdown shows. Shoplifting, at 1.3 per 1,000, was 132% above the UK average, possibly driven by the town's retail sector. monthly decline suggests some moderation. The high rate of criminal damage and arson, 67% above the UK average, may be tied to the area's rural-urban interface, where unmonitored spaces could facilitate such acts. These patterns underscore the need for targeted strategies to address specific crime drivers in Holyhead, particularly during transitional periods like September.

September 2023 saw a 400% increase in burglary, rising from one to five incidents. This spike may be linked to heightened activity during the transition to darker evenings. Possession of weapons and vehicle crime both doubled, though these remain low in absolute terms. Meanwhile, other crime fell by 80%, from five to one, a drop that could reflect seasonal factors or targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour, already 184% above the UK average, remained the most prevalent category, contributing 30.1% of total crimes. Violence and sexual offences, at 34.6% of all crimes, were 61% above the UK average, suggesting persistent challenges in this category. The 132% increase in shoplifting compared to the UK average may relate to the area's retail presence. decrease from August indicates some fluctuation in this category.

Holyhead's crime rate in September 2023 rose to 12.6 per 1,000 residents, a 15.9% increase from August's 10.9 per 1,000. This places the area significantly above the UK average, though the comparison is not directly applicable to individual crime types. Daily, the area experiences approximately five crimes, a figure that may feel more pronounced in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 79 residents, a ratio that highlights the density of incidents relative to the population. With a population of 12,151, the rate underscores the impact of concentrated criminal activity in a relatively compact community. The shift from August to September aligns with seasonal transitions, as shorter evenings and the return of students to educational institutions may influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public disorder.