Connah's Quay Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2023, Connah's Quay's crime rate stood at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, 6.2% above the UK average. This figure underscores a pronounced shift in the area's crime profile, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.6% of all reported incidents, far outpacing property crimes, which represented just 16.2% of the total. The dominance of violent crime—particularly in the context of May's extended evenings and increased outdoor activity—may be linked to seasonal factors, though local conditions such as community dynamics and public spaces likely play a role. Anti-social behaviour, contributing 26.8% of all crimes, was another standout category, with a rate 73% higher than the UK average. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces and social environments. The seasonal context of May, including bank holidays and longer evenings, may have contributed to the rise in violent and anti-social incidents, as outdoor drinking and socialising increase. While property crimes like burglary and vehicle crime saw significant month-on-month increases, their overall share of the crime total remained low, indicating a broader trend of violence and disorder as the primary concerns. These patterns, when viewed alongside the UK average, highlight areas where local policing and community engagement could be prioritised to address the specific challenges faced by Connah's Quay.

May 2023 saw notable month-on-month increases in vehicle crime (+200%), burglary (+150%), and 'other crime' (+100%), reflecting a sharp rise in specific categories. The dominance of violent crimes—accounting for 41.6% of all incidents—marked a stark contrast to property crimes, which represented just 16.2% of the total. This imbalance, with violence and sexual offences at 3.5 per 1,000 (26% above the UK average), suggests a shift in crime dynamics that may be linked to May's extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising. Anti-social behaviour also surged, contributing 26.8% of all crimes, a rate 73% higher than the UK average. Meanwhile, shoplifting declined by 33.3%, and criminal damage and arson fell by 14.3%, though both remain below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the need for community-focused strategies to address rising violent and anti-social incidents while leveraging the decline in other categories.

Connah's Quay's crime rate in May 2023 rose to 8.5 per 1,000 residents, a 30.3% increase from the previous month's rate of 6.5 per 1,000. This places the area 6.2% above the UK average, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or localized factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately five crimes per day in May, a figure that highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population of 16,759 residents. When considering monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 118 residents over the course of the month. This ratio, while specific to Connah's Quay, provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents. The population context further underscores the significance of these numbers: with fewer than 17,000 people, even a modest increase in crime can have a pronounced impact on community safety. Comparing this to broader UK trends, the area's violent crime rate—particularly for violence and sexual offences—exceeds the national average by 26%, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in this category.