Connah's Quay Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking development in Connah's Quay's November 2024 crime profile was the 450% surge in Other theft, a category that rose from 2 to 11 incidents. This unexpected spike, which far outpaced any other category, defied seasonal expectations typically associated with November — a month marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping. While such factors might be expected to influence shoplifting or public order crimes, the dramatic increase in Other theft suggests a specific, unexplained shift. The overall crime rate for the month was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 17.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a consistent trend for the area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.9% of all crimes, the largest single category, yet this rate was 11% below the UK average, indicating a relative safety in this domain. Anti-social behaviour, at 19.8% of all crimes, remained 17% above the UK average, a persistent challenge for local authorities. The seasonal context of November, with its mix of commercial activity and darker evenings, may have influenced patterns in shoplifting (down 40%) and public order offences (down 11.1%), though the absence of a clear causal link means these shifts remain speculative. The area's built-up nature within Flintshire, a largely rural county, likely contributes to its distinct crime profile, with lower property crime rates compared to densely populated urban centres.

November 2024 marked a stark shift in crime patterns, with Other theft increasing by 450% — from 2 to 11 incidents — the most dramatic jump in the area. This surge, though unexplained by the data, contrasts sharply with a 40% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 15 to 9 cases. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 20.8%, possibly linked to the transition from the Halloween and Bonfire Night periods to the quieter early winter months. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained 17% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in community management. The 35.9% share of violent crimes, though 11% below the UK rate, underscores the area's relative safety in this category. These fluctuations suggest that local factors — such as seasonal events or policing efforts — may be influencing trends.

Connah's Quay's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, an 8.7% decrease from the previous month's 6.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the local pattern of seasonal moderation. below the UK average. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported over the 30-day period, reflecting a relatively low frequency compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 158 residents, a figure that contextualises the rate within the community's size. This suggests that while crime remains a concern, its impact is proportionally less severe than in regions with higher population densities. The consistency in the area's lower-than-average rates, despite November's typically busy retail and social calendars, may indicate the effectiveness of local policing or community engagement strategies, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this.