Connah's Quay Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Connah’s Quay’s July 2023 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 36.1% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, marking one of the safest months in recent records. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 47.7% of total incidents, yet they remained 10% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed at 26.1% of all crimes, with a marginal 1% gap from the UK average, while public order offences—though relatively low at 8% of total crimes—fell 35% below the national rate. The seasonal context of July, a peak summer month with schools out and tourism active, likely contributed to fluctuations in crime types. For instance, the sharp rise in burglary and other theft may be linked to increased outdoor activity and unsecured properties during festivals. Conversely, the steep decline in criminal damage and arson (86.7% month-on-month) could reflect reduced vandalism during the summer, due to higher community vigilance or fewer targeted events. The area’s overall safety profile, particularly its performance in violent crime and public order, contrasts with the UK average, suggesting that Connah’s Quay’s built-up character—influenced by its proximity to natural attractions and a mix of residential and commercial zones—creates conditions where crime is less prevalent. This pattern may also reflect the area’s smaller population and lower density, which can reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the increase in property-related offences highlights the need for continued attention to security measures in homes and businesses.

July 2023 marked a significant 86.7% decline in criminal damage and arson, falling from 15 incidents in June to just 2. This reduction, coupled with an 80% drop in other crime (from 5 to 1), suggests a marked shift in local activity patterns. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 66.7% (3 to 5), and other theft rose by 25% (4 to 5), indicating a possible rise in opportunistic crimes during summer. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 47.7% of total crimes, yet they still fell 10% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also saw a modest 1% decrease, aligning with the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. The sharp drop in vehicle crime (50%) and shoplifting (83%) may reflect reduced foot traffic during July. For residents, the 36.1% gap between Connah’s Quay’s rate and the UK average underscores the area’s relative safety, particularly in categories like public order and criminal damage, which are 35% and 84% below the UK average, respectively.

July 2023 saw Connah's Quay’s crime rate drop to 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a 34.9% decline from the previous month’s 8.1 per 1,000. This shift positions the area as one of the UK’s safer built-up areas, with a rate 36.1% below the national average of 8.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while low, remains visible to residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of crime within the local population. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, which would see one crime for every 120 residents in a similar-sized area. The reduction from June may reflect seasonal factors, such as the end of school holidays and a shift in community activity during peak summer. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is not absent, its frequency is proportionally lower than in many comparable areas, offering reassurance to those living or working in Connah’s Quay.