Flint Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a period of heightened property-related crime in Flint, a built-up area within Flintshire, with the overall crime rate standing at 8.5 per 1,000 residents—11.8% above the UK average of 7.6. This figure underscores a persistent challenge in maintaining safety levels compared to national benchmarks, though the local context offers unique insights into the nature of these incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.2% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (25.6%) and criminal damage and arson (13.7%). These top three categories reflect a blend of personal safety concerns and community-level disruptions, which may be influenced by the area's seasonal rhythms. With Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping dominating the month, the surge in property crimes could be partially attributed to increased foot traffic in retail areas or the timing of public events. However, the data also reveals stark contrasts in crime distribution: while violence and sexual offences remain a consistent concern, the rate of anti-social behaviour is high, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime—both below the UK average—may indicate that residential and transport security measures are functioning to some extent, though the doubling of burglary cases in November raises questions about localized vulnerabilities. These patterns, when viewed alongside the area's population size and seasonal context, highlight the combination of crime trends and environmental factors, requiring a nuanced approach to addressing these challenges.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in November 2024 was the 100% increase in burglary and criminal damage, both of which doubled from October's figures. This surge, combined with a 40% rise in shoplifting, suggests a notable uptick in property-related crimes during the month. In contrast, other theft and vehicle crime both declined sharply, with other theft dropping by 83.3% and vehicle crime falling by 50%. These diverging trends highlight a shift in crime focus, with property crimes dominating over violent offences. Violence and sexual offences, however, remained a major concern, occurring at a rate 12% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour was even more pronounced, with its rate 98% above the national average. Such disparities may reflect localized factors, such as the timing of Black Friday shopping or the impact of Bonfire Night events, which could have influenced both property and public order crime patterns.

Flint's crime rate in November 2024 remained stable at 8.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in overall crime patterns. Locally, the monthly total of 117 crimes translates to an average of four crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the area's population of 13,749. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 118 residents, providing a monthly exposure context that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively small community. While the rate is stable compared to October, the distribution of crime types reveals stark contrasts with the UK average, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. These figures, when viewed alongside the local population context, offer residents a tangible sense of how crime manifests in their daily lives, even as the overall rate remains unchanged from the prior month.