Crime in Conwy: statistics, rates and trends
1,199 crimes were recorded in Conwy in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
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1,199 crimes were recorded in Conwy in the 12 months to July 2026, 75.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 488 reports (41% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Conwy has the 687th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Conwy | Conwy | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,199 | 12,295 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 75.7 | 107.0 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 15,848 | 114,891 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Conwy was highest in the year to July 2021 (1,244 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (1,054). Over the whole period it rose 9%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,199 | 75.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,152 | 72.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,054 | 66.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,222 | 77.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,205 | 76.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,244 | 78.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,159 | 73.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,138 | 71.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,104 | 69.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 165 |
| June 2026 | 104 |
| May 2026 | 100 |
| April 2026 | 104 |
| March 2026 | 89 |
| February 2026 | 91 |
| January 2026 | 92 |
| December 2025 | 74 |
| November 2025 | 91 |
| October 2025 | 88 |
| September 2025 | 81 |
| August 2025 | 120 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Conwy over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in public order (+26%) and anti-social behaviour (+19%). The largest falls were in criminal damage and arson (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 488 | 30.8 | 0.90 | +3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 281 | 17.7 | 1.16 | +19% |
| Public order | 82 | 5.2 | 0.78 | +26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 77 | 4.9 | 0.72 | -36% |
| Shoplifting | 69 | 4.4 | 0.53 | -1% |
| Other theft | 56 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -10% |
| Vehicle crime | 42 | 2.7 | 0.54 | +2% |
| Other crime | 34 | 2.1 | 1.02 | +13% |
| Burglary | 29 | 1.8 | 0.52 | +7% |
| Drugs | 19 | 1.2 | 0.37 | +6% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 0.7 | 0.71 | +450% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.3 | 0.38 | +67% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.3 | 0.15 | +100% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.1 | 0.09 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Conwy
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Conwy recorded 488 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (30.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 40.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Conwy
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Conwy recorded 281 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 23.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Conwy
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Conwy recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Conwy
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Conwy recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Conwy
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Conwy recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 1% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Conwy
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Conwy recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Conwy
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Conwy recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Conwy
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Conwy recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Conwy
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Conwy recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Conwy
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Conwy recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Conwy
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Conwy recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 450% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Conwy
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Conwy recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Conwy
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Conwy recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Conwy
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Conwy recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Conwy, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Conwy.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Conwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llandudno | 3,245 | 214.1 | +183% |
| Colwyn Bay | 3,705 | 131.5 | +74% |
| Abergele | 774 | 84.6 | +12% |
| Kinmel Bay | 1,037 | 109.6 | +45% |
| Bangor | 2,847 | 152.4 | +101% |
| Rhyl | 5,588 | 204.1 | +170% |
| Prestatyn | 1,403 | 86.5 | +14% |
| Denbigh | 679 | 82.3 | +9% |
3 areas within Conwy, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Conwy had the highest rate (94.4 per 1,000) and Deganwy the lowest (35.4). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conwy | Neighbourhood | 4,218 | 398 | 94.4 |
| Glyn y Marl | Neighbourhood | 8,013 | 673 | 84.0 |
| Deganwy | Neighbourhood | 3,617 | 128 | 35.4 |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Conwy over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 49 |
| On or near Cyffordd Llandudno | 45 |
| On or near Broad Street | 38 |
| On or near York Place | 38 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 33 |
| On or near Cwrt Llewelyn Court | 28 |
| On or near Vale Road | 28 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 27 |
| On or near High Street | 25 |
| On or near Ronald Avenue | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Conwy over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 384 | 32.0% |
| Not recorded | 281 | 23.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 193 | 16.1% |
| Under investigation | 151 | 12.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 54 | 4.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 54 | 4.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 30 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 28 | 2.3% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
Conwy has an estimated population of 15,848. On the Wales WIMD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Conwy sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Conwy |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.9% |
| Social rented homes | 9.6% |
| Private rented homes | 15.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Conwy a safe place to live?
Conwy recorded 75.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Conwy?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 488 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (281).
Is crime in Conwy going up or down?
Recorded crime in Conwy was up 4% on the year before: 1,199 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,152 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Conwy?
Conwy is policed by North Wales. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Conwy. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.