Buckley Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Buckley’s crime rate in March 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This gap, while consistent with historical trends, reflects the area’s character as a smaller built-up community within Flintshire, where lower population density and localized policing may contribute to reduced crime exposure. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (25 incidents, 33.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20 incidents, 26.7%). These figures contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000), where Buckley’s rate was 33% below. The seasonal transition to spring likely influenced patterns, as longer evenings and the shift from winter to milder weather may have altered public activity and crime opportunities. For instance, anti-social behaviour’s 53.8% increase from February could partly explain the rise in incidents during this period, though the area’s overall safety profile remains distinct. Shoplifting and burglary, both rising sharply in March, highlight vulnerabilities in retail and residential areas, areas that may require targeted community engagement. Meanwhile, the UK’s broader trend of higher property crime rates suggests Buckley’s balance between violent and property offences is more evenly distributed than typical. This duality—lower overall crime but sharp spikes in specific categories—points to the need for nuanced local strategies, such as enhanced retail security or community-based anti-social behaviour initiatives. The area’s position as a relatively safe built-up area within a rural county further contextualizes its crime profile, where infrastructure and community ties may play a role in maintaining lower rates compared to larger urban centres.

March 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+300%) and burglary (+300%), both rising from 2 to 8 and 1 to 4 incidents respectively. This surge, while notable, still kept shoplifting at 0.6 per 1,000—just 2% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 53.8%, reaching 20 incidents, a figure 21% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. Conversely, other theft fell by 40% (5 to 3) and other crime dropped by 50% (2 to 1), both well below their respective UK averages. The balance between property and violent crime remained closely aligned, with violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and property crimes (33 incidents) each accounting for roughly a third of total crimes. This mix contrasts with the UK’s broader trend, where property crimes typically dominate. Residents may find the 13.5% increase in the overall crime rate from February concerning, though the area’s continued position below the national average offers some reassurance.

Buckley’s crime rate in March 2024 (5.4 per 1,000 residents) remained 29.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer profile compared to national trends. This gap widened slightly from February’s 4.7 per 1,000, marking a 13.5% increase in the monthly rate. Locally, this translates to approximately two crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 186 residents—a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the rise in specific crime categories, such as shoplifting and burglary, suggests shifting patterns that warrant attention. The population context further illustrates that Buckley’s 13,967 residents face a crime environment markedly less intense than the national average, though localized spikes in certain offences indicate areas for targeted focus.