Buckley Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Buckley’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked deviation from the national trend underscores the area’s generally low crime profile, though it does not eliminate the need for continued vigilance. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46% of all crimes reported. This figure, while 1% above the UK average for the category (2.9 per 1,000), may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased social gatherings and tourism during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 27.6% of total incidents, and was 16% above the UK average. These patterns suggest that while Buckley is safer than the national average, specific issues such as public disorder require targeted attention. The breakdown also revealed a stark contrast in property crime rates, with shoplifting, burglary, and criminal damage all significantly below UK averages. For instance, shoplifting incidents fell to 3 (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, a 68% reduction. This may be attributable to heightened security measures in local retail areas or reduced opportunities for theft during the summer, when businesses are more actively staffed. The data also highlights a notable shift in crime composition: violent crimes dominated over property crimes, with the latter accounting for only 20.7% of all incidents. This imbalance could be linked to Buckley’s character as a relatively small built-up area within Flintshire, where community interactions and local dynamics may play a larger role in shaping crime trends than in more densely populated urban centres. August, as a peak holiday month, likely contributed to increased social activity, which may explain the rise in violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall crime rate remains a testament to the area’s effective policing and community engagement strategies, which have likely mitigated broader risks typically associated with tourist seasons.

August 2025 saw a 37.9% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 29 to 40 incidents. This surge, while still below the UK average for the category (2.9 per 1,000), may reflect seasonal factors such as increased social activity during the summer holidays. Robbery incidents doubled from 0 to 1, marking a 100% increase, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 16% compared to the UK average, with 24 incidents reported, highlighting persistent challenges in managing public conduct. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40% (from 5 to 3), and burglary dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), both significantly below UK averages. These decreases may be linked to heightened community presence during August, when local businesses and residents are more active. The data also shows that property crimes (18 total) remained a smaller proportion of total crimes (20.7%) compared to violent crimes (46.0%), suggesting a shift in crime focus during the month.

Buckley's crime rate in August 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, rising by 2.3% from 6.1 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase contrasts with the broader trend of a 23.5% deficit relative to the UK average. Locally, the daily crime count averaged three incidents per day over the month, reflecting a consistent but low-level presence of crime in the area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 161 residents underscores the relatively low risk faced by residents compared to the national average. This figure, while modest, highlights the importance of maintaining community vigilance during periods of seasonal activity, such as August’s peak holiday season. The population context further illustrates that even with a small number of crimes, the impact is diluted across Buckley’s 13,967 residents, suggesting a generally safe environment. However, the slight month-on-month rise may warrant attention to specific factors influencing local crime patterns, such as increased foot traffic or changes in community engagement.