Buckley Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For someone living in Buckley, the crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents translates to a monthly risk of encountering a crime roughly once every 181 residents. This is 27.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting Buckley’s relatively safer environment compared to the national picture. The most common crimes in November were violence and sexual offences (29.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.2%) and vehicle crime (10.4%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a small built-up area within Flintshire, where local dynamics such as community cohesion and policing presence may contribute to lower rates. Seasonal factors in November—such as the darkening evenings, Bonfire Night events, and the retail rush of Black Friday—likely influenced crime trends. While violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, their rate of 1.7 per 1,000 is 34% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or community support networks. Anti-social behaviour, though common, is also 10% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area’s smaller population and tighter social structures. Vehicle crime, however, stands out as 36% above the UK average, linked to increased vehicle presence during holiday shopping or seasonal traffic patterns. These findings illustrate how Buckley’s unique demographic and geographic context shape its crime profile, offering residents a nuanced understanding of safety risks.

November 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 700% compared to October, rising from 1 to 8 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vehicle activity around Black Friday or targeted thefts in high-traffic areas. Other theft also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 3 incidents, potentially tied to increased retail activity. Bicycle theft nearly doubled, from 2 to 4, which could be linked to seasonal cycling patterns or unsecured bikes during colder weather. Conversely, burglary dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), due to improved home security measures or reduced opportunities during the month’s shorter evenings. Anti-social behaviour fell by 62.2%, from 37 to 14 incidents, which might be attributed to the end of a school term or reduced outdoor activity as nights lengthen. Public order offences also declined by 44.4%, from 9 to 5, influenced by local policing efforts during Bonfire Night events. Buckley’s vehicle crime rate of 0.6 per 1,000 is 36% above the UK average, while bicycle theft is 329% above the national figure—a stark contrast to the area’s overall lower crime rate. These anomalies highlight the need for targeted strategies to address specific vulnerabilities, such as securing vehicles and bikes in high-risk areas.

Buckley’s crime rate in November 2024 (5.5 per 1,000) marks a 29.4% decrease from October’s 7.8 per 1,000, reflecting a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while local to Buckley, provides residents with a tangible sense of risk. Over the course of the month, the 77 recorded crimes meant that 1 in every 181 residents encountered a crime—a ratio that, when scaled to the population of 13,967, underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK average, where Buckley’s rate is 27.6% lower. The population context further clarifies that, despite the 77 total crimes, the absolute numbers are proportionally small for an area of Buckley’s size. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing priorities, or seasonal adjustments—may be effectively mitigating risk. However, the stark divergence in specific crime types, like vehicle and bicycle theft, indicates that targeted efforts could further reduce vulnerabilities. For residents, the data reinforces that while Buckley is generally safer than the UK average, certain areas or activities may still require heightened awareness.