Broughton Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broughton’s crime rate in January 2025 stands at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends, a position reinforced by its focus on property-related and public order offences. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, though this rate was 44% below the UK average. Shoplifting followed closely, making up 25.9% of total crimes and marking a 77% increase over the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 22.2% of all incidents, was 8% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts or environmental factors may be mitigating such behaviour. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate, particularly for outdoor offences. However, the rise in shoplifting may indicate vulnerabilities in local retail environments, such as limited surveillance or staffing during quieter periods. Broughton’s built-up area status within Flintshire suggests a mix of residential and commercial spaces, which could explain the prevalence of property crimes alongside public order issues. While the area’s crime rate remains well below the national average, the specific patterns observed warrant attention to targeted interventions, especially in addressing shoplifting and ensuring consistent enforcement of anti-social behaviour protocols.

January 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, with two reported incidents compared to zero in December. This rise may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as colder weather prompting more indoor activities or neglect of property maintenance. Meanwhile, shoplifting increased by 16.7%, reaching seven incidents—77% above the UK average for this category. This discrepancy could be attributed to local retail patterns, with Broughton’s smaller shops facing higher vulnerability to theft compared to larger urban centres. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 47.1%, dropping from 17 to 9 incidents, a rate 44% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This decline may be linked to reduced foot traffic during the post-holiday period, a common trend in smaller towns. Residents might find the drop in burglary—66.7% from three to one incident—particularly reassuring, as this category was 33% below the UK average.

Broughton's crime rate in January 2025 dropped by 35.7% compared to the previous month, falling from 6.4 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns observed in smaller built-up areas, where post-holiday periods and shorter daylight hours may reduce opportunities for outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in January, a figure that, while low, reflects the relatively small population of 6,602 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 245 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rarity of incidents in this community. When scaled to the local population, this rate underscores Broughton’s position as a safer area relative to national trends, though fluctuations in specific crime types—such as the rise in shoplifting—may indicate shifting local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the impact of individual incidents, as even a single crime can be significant in a closely-knit community.