Holyhead Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violent crimes in Holyhead during September 2024 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a figure 79% above the UK average for this category. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique challenges. The overall crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 residents places Holyhead significantly above the UK average of 7.7, reflecting a combination of local factors. With 57 violent crimes recorded—accounting for 43.9% of all reported incidents—this category dominated the monthly tally, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.8%) and other theft (11.5%). These figures suggest a pronounced focus on interpersonal crime rather than property-related offences, which together accounted for only 26.1% of the total. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the academic year and the return of university students—may contribute to this pattern, as increased social activity in public spaces could amplify incidents of violence and disorder. While the area's coastal location might typically be associated with lower crime rates, the data reveals a different reality, with anti-social behaviour and violent crime concentrated here. The 39% gap between Holyhead's rate and the UK average suggests systemic factors beyond transient seasonal influences, warranting closer examination of local policing strategies and community dynamics. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (26% below UK average) and burglary (68% below UK average) contrast sharply with the elevated violent crime figures, indicating a distinct crime profile shaped by the area's demographics and geography.

September 2024 saw a 7.8% decrease in Holyhead's overall crime rate compared to August, dropping from 11.6 to 10.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline was most pronounced in shoplifting, which fell by 71.4% (from 21 to 6 incidents), likely reflecting the end of summer tourism and reduced foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, possession of weapons surged by 100%, with one reported incident in September—though this remains an isolated case. The violent crime category, already 79% above the UK average, saw no significant change month-on-month, highlighting its persistent overrepresentation in local statistics. Anti-social behaviour, which was 88% above the UK average, remained the second most common offence, with 27 incidents recorded. The rate of drugs-related crimes in Holyhead (0.8 per 1,000) was 233% above the UK average of 0.2, indicating a localised issue that may require targeted interventions. While property crimes decreased by 50% compared to August (from 56 to 28 incidents), this was largely due to a 75% drop in burglary cases, which fell from four to one. The data also reveals a 33.3% increase in 'other crime' incidents, though this category remains relatively small in scale. Residents may find the 26% below UK average rate for shoplifting particularly notable, as it suggests that local retail environments may be more secure than typical for coastal towns.

Holyhead's crime rate in September 2024 (10.7 per 1,000 residents) represents a 7.8% decrease from August's 11.6, marking a modest but measurable downward trend. This reduction is reflected in the daily crime count, which averaged 4 crimes per day—though this figure should be contextualised against the area's population of 12,151 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 93 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 1.2 times higher than the UK average for comparable areas. While this statistic may seem concerning, the majority of crimes in Holyhead are not violent or property-related. The 1-in-93 figure translates to a daily frequency that is lower than the UK average when considering the area's relatively small population. However, the disproportionate focus on violent and anti-social offences—each 79% and 88% above the UK average respectively—suggests that the nature of crime in Holyhead differs significantly from national patterns. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes is manageable, the concentration of certain offence types may have a more pronounced impact on quality of life. For instance, the 233% above UK average rate for drugs-related crimes (0.8 per 1,000) highlights a specific challenge that could benefit from targeted policing efforts. When compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Holyhead's overall rate remains 39% higher, though the monthly decline suggests that local initiatives may be having some effect.