Holyhead Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 12,151, Holyhead recorded 133 crimes in January 2024 — equivalent to 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 48.6% higher than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting a significant local disparity. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (38.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.1%) and criminal damage and arson (7.5%). January, a post-holiday month with shorter daylight hours, likely contributes to reduced outdoor activity and shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences in Holyhead (4.2 per 1,000) are 62% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to local factors such as the town's role as a transport hub and its proximity to rural areas, which may influence social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.6 per 1,000, is 163% above the UK average, possibly reflecting the impact of seasonal transitions on community cohesion. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly where alcohol-related incidents or transient populations may intersect with local crime hotspots.

January 2024 saw sharp increases in burglary (+200%, 2 to 6 incidents) and 'other crime' (+200%, 1 to 3 incidents), alongside a 100% rise in robbery (0 to 1). These spikes contrast with a 50% drop in shoplifting (6 to 3) and a 14.3% decrease in drug-related crimes (7 to 6). The violent crime category (51 incidents) remains high, with rates 62% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) is 163% above the UK average. This suggests a marked imbalance in the local crime mix, with property crimes (32 incidents) contributing less than half of the total (24.1%) compared to violent crimes. 'other crime' — a category encompassing unclassified incidents — surged to three cases, a figure that may warrant closer scrutiny given its 200% increase. The reduction in shoplifting, despite Holyhead's retail presence, may align with seasonal trends, as post-holiday footfall typically declines in January. However, the absence of a similar drop in anti-social behaviour indicates that local factors, such as housing conditions or community engagement, may play a more significant role in shaping these statistics.

Holyhead's crime rate in January 2024 (11.0 per 1,000) represents a 24.3% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.8 per 1,000, underscoring a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day — a figure that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide averages, contextualises the local impact. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average when scaled to Holyhead's population. This rate is particularly significant for a built-up area with a population of 12,151, where the density of residents may amplify the perception of crime. The comparison to the UK average also reveals stark disparities in specific categories: anti-social behaviour, for instance, is 163% above the UK rate, suggesting a potential disconnect between local policing strategies and the unique challenges faced by Holyhead. These figures, when viewed through the lens of population size, highlight the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention that address both the absolute numbers and the relative proportions of different offence types.