Connah's Quay Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35% of all crimes in Connah's Quay in June 2025, making it the most common category. This rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents was 13% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, a contrast to the 37% above UK average for other theft. The overall crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents placed Connah's Quay 13.6% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a generally safer profile than the national average. Anti-social behaviour, the second most frequent category, contributed 22.2% of all crimes but remained 13% above the UK average for this type. The data suggests a seasonal shift as June marks the start of the summer period, with extended daylight hours potentially influencing crime patterns. While tourism typically begins in coastal areas, Connah's Quay's inland location may temper such effects, though the rise in shoplifting could indicate increased foot traffic in retail areas. The balance between property and violent crime remains skewed, with 35% of crimes falling into the violent category compared to 37% for property crimes, a dynamic consistent with smaller built-up areas where interpersonal disputes may feature prominently. The low burglary rate of 0.2 per 1,000, 29% below the UK average, may reflect the area's lower population density and fewer high-value properties compared to major urban centres.

June 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in shoplifting, which rose by 120% from 5 to 11 incidents, and other crime, which more than doubled from 1 to 3. Vehicle crime also increased by 100% as the number of reported cases rose from 1 to 2. These spikes contrast with a 25% decrease in burglary, which fell from 4 to 3 incidents, and a 9.1% reduction in criminal damage and arson, dropping from 11 to 10. The shift in crime mix highlights a growing emphasis on property-related offences, with shoplifting and other theft accounting for 18.8% of all crimes, compared to 22.2% for anti-social behaviour. The rate of anti-social behaviour in Connah's Quay was 1.6 per 1,000 residents, 13% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting a localised challenge in managing public order. Meanwhile, the rate of public order offences remained 15% below the UK average at 0.5 per 1,000, a statistic that may reflect the area's relatively small population and lower density of venues associated with disorderly conduct. Residents concerned about personal safety may find the 2.5 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences particularly relevant, as this category was 13% below the UK average despite being the most frequently reported crime type.

The crime rate in Connah's Quay for June 2025 increased by 16.9% compared to the previous month, rising from 6.0 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This translates to approximately 4 crimes reported each day, a localised figure that does not directly compare to UK-wide daily crime statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 143 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Connah's Quay in a category where crime is less frequent than the national average but still requires attention. With a population of 16,759, the 117 total crimes reported in June represent a relatively low incidence compared to larger urban areas, though the month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. The comparison to the UK average highlights a combination of local factors and national trends, with Connah's Quay's built-up area status influencing crime patterns differently than rural or coastal regions. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the fluctuations in specific categories underscore the importance of contextual analysis, as the same crime rate can have different implications in areas with varying demographics and land use patterns.