Holyhead Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Holyhead’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 10.9 per 1,000 residents, 34.6% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics, with violence and sexual offences (49 incidents, 37.1% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (25 incidents, 18.9%) dominating the crime profile. The area’s position as a coastal town with a significant tourism sector may partly explain the rise in public order offences and other crimes, which surged by 200% compared to May. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.0 per 1,000, remain 40% above the UK average, a persistent challenge for local authorities. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, is 48% above the UK rate, a figure that could be linked to the town’s built-up character and potential tensions between transient visitors and permanent residents. Shoplifting, though down slightly (17 incidents, 12.9% of total crimes), remains starkly elevated at 122% above the UK average, likely driven by the retail presence in the town centre. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of the summer tourist season—may have contributed to these patterns, though the exact relationship between visitor numbers and crime trends remains to be fully explored. The data also highlights a contrast between property-related crimes (39 incidents, 29.5% of total) and violent offences, suggesting that while property crime remains a concern, the primary focus for local policing may need to shift toward addressing public order and anti-social behaviour as these categories continue to rise.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in June 2025 was a 200% increase in public order offences, rising from four to 12 incidents. This sharp rise, alongside a 200% surge in 'Other crime' (from one to three incidents), suggests a shift in the nature of local incidents. Both categories now account for 9.1% and 2.3% of total crimes, respectively, marking a departure from earlier trends. The increase in public order offences may be linked to the start of the summer season, when tourism and outdoor activity typically rise in coastal areas like Holyhead. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 38.5% (from 13 to eight incidents), a decline that could reflect seasonal factors or targeted interventions. Shoplifting rates decreased slightly by 5.6% (from 18 to 17), though this category remains 122% above the UK average. The 100% increase in drug-related offences (from two to four incidents) adds another layer of complexity to the local crime picture, influenced by changes in enforcement patterns or community dynamics.

Holyhead’s crime rate in June 2025 rose to 10.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.3% increase from the previous month’s 10.1. This places the area 34.6% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that has widened over recent months. Locally, 132 crimes were recorded over 30 days, averaging four incidents per day. This daily figure may appear high for a coastal town, but context is key: Holyhead’s population of 12,151 means that over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 92 residents. This monthly exposure rate, while notable, does not account for the uneven distribution of crime across the area. For instance, vehicle crime remains 46% below the UK average, suggesting that certain parts of the built-up area may be relatively safer. However, the sharp rise in public order and other crime categories indicates a shift in the types of incidents dominating local police reports. This contrast between overall rates and specific crime types underscores the need for targeted analysis of emerging patterns.