Flint Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Flint's February 2024 crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 7% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining local safety. The most striking disparity was in violent crimes, which accounted for 39.4% of all reported incidents (41 cases) and occurred at a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents—20% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 28.9% of total crimes (30 cases) at a rate of 2.2 per 1,000, a stark 110% increase compared to the UK's 1.1 per 1,000. These figures suggest a concentrated issue with public disorder and interpersonal conflict in the area, potentially linked to the built-up nature of Flint and its proximity to larger urban centres. The seasonal context of February—characterised by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have contributed to the clustering of incidents in indoor or densely populated spaces. While property crimes (24 total) represented a smaller share of the overall tally, the 30% above-UK-average rate for criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) indicates a specific vulnerability in community infrastructure or enforcement. The local crime profile thus illustrates a combination of demographic factors, geographical proximity, and seasonal rhythms, with violent and anti-social offences dominating the landscape.

February 2024 saw a sharp 76.5% increase in anti-social behaviour, with cases rising from 17 to 30. This jump, combined with a 20% above-UK-average rate for violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000), highlights a concerning trend in public disorder. Meanwhile, other crime dropped by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), and burglary fell by 50.0% (from 6 to 3), reflecting potential improvements in targeted interventions or reduced opportunities for certain offences. Shoplifting, though still relatively low, was 26% below the UK average (0.4 vs 0.5 per 1,000), suggesting that local retail environments may be better secured or less attractive to offenders compared to national trends. These shifts in crime mix underscore the complexity of Flint's security landscape, where some categories surged while others declined sharply.

Flint's crime rate in February 2024 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.0% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a potential shift in local activity patterns, though seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor engagement in winter may also play a role. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported over the 29-day period, equating to roughly one reported crime for every 132 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents within the built-up area, though it remains distinct from UK-wide daily comparisons, which are not available. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents of Flint faced a slightly higher risk of crime compared to the UK average, though the month-on-month drop indicates some moderation in the overall trend. This context helps residents gauge the relative safety of their community against both historical and national benchmarks.