Flint Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Flint, 10.5 crimes were reported in May 2023 — a rate 31.2% above the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 5 crimes per day, with one in every 95 residents experiencing a reported incident over the month. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.8%) and shoplifting (14.6%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal conflict and public disorder are significant concerns. The elevated rate of violence compared to the UK average (29% higher) may partly reflect the area's character as a built-up area within Flintshire, where social interactions in public spaces are more frequent. May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising — such as in local parks and pubs — could contribute to higher rates of public order and anti-social behaviour. Shoplifting, at 206% above the UK average, may be linked to the presence of retail centres, though the area’s relatively small scale compared to major urban hubs means this is not an isolated trend. The seasonal context of May, with its mix of bank holidays and extended daylight, may also influence patterns of alcohol consumption and public gatherings, which can amplify risks of violence and disorder.

May 2023 saw a 200% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 6 incidents, a stark shift that may signal changing local dynamics or increased police focus on this category. Bicycle theft also doubled from 0 to 1, while 'other crime' incidents rose from 0 to 2, suggesting new or underreported issues. Conversely, burglary fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), possibly reflecting improved security measures or seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during colder months. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 26.8% (from 41 to 30), which might indicate the effectiveness of recent community initiatives or temporary changes in public behaviour. Violence and sexual offences remain 29% above the UK average, with 49 incidents reported — a figure that would mean roughly one in every 275 residents experienced such an offence. For residents, this means heightened awareness in areas with high foot traffic, such as local shopping districts, where anti-social behaviour and public order issues are most common. The sharp rise in drug-related crimes, though small in absolute terms, may prompt local authorities to reassess resource allocation for community support and prevention efforts.

Flint’s crime rate in May 2023 (10.5 per 1,000) was 0.7% higher than the previous month’s rate of 10.4 per 1,000, indicating a stable trend over time. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 5 crimes per day — a figure that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the persistent nature of local crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 95 residents, a rate that, when scaled to the population of 13,749, highlights the direct impact on the community. This monthly exposure is higher than the UK average, which would place Flint’s rate at the upper end of regional comparisons. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the absolute number of crimes (144) is manageable, the concentration of incidents in certain categories — such as anti-social behaviour (65% above UK average) and shoplifting (206% above) — suggests targeted vulnerabilities. For residents, this means that while the overall rate is stable, the risk profile differs significantly from national trends, with local factors such as retail density and community dynamics playing a crucial role in shaping these outcomes.