Flint Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Flint's crime profile in December 2023, comprising 40% of all reported crimes. This category alone recorded 40 incidents, exceeding the UK average by 11% (2.9 per 1,000 vs UK's 2.6 per 1,000). The area's overall crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 1.4% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent challenge in addressing violent crime. Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents, 18% of total) and burglary (8 incidents, 8% of total) followed as the next most prevalent categories, both significantly above their respective UK averages. These patterns align with December's seasonal context: extended evenings, increased retail activity during the Christmas shopping period, and the potential for heightened social interactions in public spaces. The area's built-up character within Flintshire, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, likely contributes to these dynamics. While property crime rates remained relatively low compared to the UK (7.3 vs 7.2 per 1,000), the concentration of violent incidents suggests targeted interventions may be necessary. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, holiday gatherings, and temporary absences from homes—may partly explain the elevated violence rates, though direct causality cannot be confirmed without further analysis.

December 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Burglary increased by 166.7% (3 to 8 incidents), a sharp rise that may reflect seasonal vulnerabilities such as empty homes during holiday periods. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 38.5% (13 to 18 incidents), potentially linked to increased social activity during the festive season. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 50% (2 to 1 incident), due to reduced car usage during holidays or fewer vehicles on the road. The violence and sexual offences category, which accounted for 40% of all crimes, remained 11% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent local challenge. Other notable trends included a 78% decrease in vehicle crime compared to the UK average (0.1 vs 0.5 per 1,000) and a 67% increase in 'other crime' (3 incidents, 0.2 per 1,000) over the UK average. Residents may find the drop in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests fewer opportunities for theft during the month. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns, with some categories rising while others fall sharply.

Flint's crime rate in December 2023 (7.3 per 1,000) marked an 11.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.2 per 1,000, indicating a notable short-term decline. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 137 residents. This figure provides context for residents, showing that while crime remains a concern, the monthly aggregate suggests a manageable level of risk compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Flint's rate is slightly higher than the UK average (7.3 vs 7.2 per 1,000), but the month-on-month reduction suggests some effectiveness in local policing or community initiatives. The comparison to the UK average is particularly stark in specific categories: anti-social behaviour (40% above UK average) and burglary (71% above) highlight areas where Flint's profile diverges significantly. However, categories like criminal damage and arson (11% below UK average) and other theft (32% below) suggest some areas of relative strength. These comparative insights help frame the local context within broader national trends, emphasizing both challenges and potential success factors in Flint's crime management.