Crime Rate in Isle of Anglesey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Isle of Anglesey

The total recorded crimes in Isle of Anglesey, Isle of Anglesey in January 2025 are around 390 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Isle of Anglesey crime rate of 5.66 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Isle of Anglesey, encompassing approximately 68,879 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (156) incidents (-30.04% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (80) incidents (15.94% increase)
  • Public order: (31) incidents (3.33% increase)
Isle of Anglesey Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 7
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6
  • Ffordd Lligwy with total crimes: 6

Isle of Anglesey Police Info:

North Wales Police

Isle of Anglesey Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Lligwy (72 crimes), and the safest, Bro Aberffraw (12 crimes), is 60 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Isle of Anglesey.

Similarly, the area of Holyhead (92 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Llanfair Pwllgwyngyll & Menai Bridge (20 crimes), with a difference of 72 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Isle of Anglesey.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Lligwy72
Twrcelyn54
Tref Cybi50
Ynys Gybi41
Canolbarth Môn34

Safest Wards:

Seiriol13
Crigyll12
Cefni12
Talybolion12
Bro Aberffraw12

Most Dangerous Areas:

Holyhead92
Rhos-y-bol, Marian-glas & Moelfre64
Llangefni46
Beaumaris & Benllech43
Amlwch & Llannerch-y-medd41

Safest Areas:

Amlwch & Llannerch-y-medd41
Bodedern & Rhosneigr30
Newborough28
Llain-goch & Valley26
Llanfair Pwllgwyngyll & Menai Bridge20

Isle of Anglesey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (156 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (80 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 223 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 69 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (255 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (94 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (190 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (98 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (205 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (82 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (178 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (93 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 175 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 105 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (424 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (238 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 342 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 42.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202530
December 202433
November 202437
October 202443
September 202426
August 202435
July 202436
June 2024102

A total of 203 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 25.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202510
December 202419
November 202421
October 202421
September 202417
August 202434
July 202439
June 202442

A total of 166 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202512
December 202413
November 202430
October 202424
September 202411
August 202415
July 202417
June 202444

A total of 129 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 16.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202526
December 202420
November 202412
October 20247
September 20245
August 202411
July 202410
June 202438

A total of 859 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 107.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 238 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202580
December 202469
November 202494
October 202498
September 202482
August 202493
July 2024105
June 2024238

A total of 287 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 35.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 74 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202531
December 202430
November 202434
October 202425
September 202430
August 202430
July 202433
June 202474

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 251 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 31.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202527
December 202422
November 202426
October 202424
September 202435
August 202429
July 202436
June 202452

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 80 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20258
December 20249
November 202415
October 202412
September 202411
August 20248
July 20249
June 20248

A total of 1806 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 225.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 424 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2025156
December 2024223
November 2024255
October 2024190
September 2024205
August 2024178
July 2024175
June 2024424

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 7.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20255
November 202411
October 20244
September 20246
August 20249
July 20249
June 202410

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
July 20244

High Crime Locations Isle of Anglesey in January 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Isle of Anglesey postcode area is presented below.

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
3. Ffordd Lligwy (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
5. Maes-Y-Coed (Map)
Total6
Public order6
6. Tai Newydd (Map)
Total6
Public order6

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