Flint Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 saw Flint's crime rate reach 9.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 22.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local conditions and seasonal patterns, with August typically marked by increased tourism and holiday activity. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (35.3% of total), followed by shoplifting (19.9%) and anti-social behaviour (17.7%). These trends align with the area's characteristics as a built-up region within Flintshire, where commercial activity and seasonal population shifts may contribute to elevated crime rates. The significant gap between Flint's property crime rate and the UK average—shoplifting alone was 217% higher than the national benchmark—suggests a need for targeted interventions in retail zones. Seasonal factors, such as the peak holiday period in August, may exacerbate vulnerabilities like empty homes increasing burglary risks and crowded public spaces amplifying anti-social behaviour. While the overall rate remains elevated, the composition of crimes offers insights into local priorities for policing and community engagement.

August 2025 marked a 14.4% decline in Flint's crime rate compared to July, driven by reductions in other theft (-57.1%), drugs (-40.0%), and vehicle crime (-33.3%). However, several categories saw sharp increases: shoplifting rose by 50.0% to 27 incidents, while other crime and robbery each doubled. Violence and sexual offences (48 cases) remained the most prevalent category, with a rate of 3.5 per 1,000—22% above the UK average. Shoplifting's extreme disparity, at 2.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 0.6 per 1,000, highlights a particular challenge for local retailers. The rise in 'other crime' (3 cases) and robbery (1 case) suggests emerging patterns that may warrant closer scrutiny. Residents may find the 19.9% share of shoplifting in total crimes particularly relevant, as this category alone accounts for nearly one-fifth of all reported incidents. These shifts underscore the need for adaptive strategies to address both persistent and emerging crime trends.

Flint's crime rate in August 2025 (9.9 per 1,000) represents a 14.4% decrease from July's 11.6 per 1,000, reflecting a short-term downward trend. However, the area remains significantly above the UK average, with a 22.2% gap that has persisted despite the monthly improvement. On a daily basis, Flint experienced an average of 4 crimes per day in August, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 crime per 101 residents. This figure, while lower than the previous month, still indicates that residents face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the national average. When scaled to the population of 13,749, the 136 total crimes mean that over the course of the month, each resident had a 1-in-101 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. This population-scaled perspective highlights the ongoing need for community-focused initiatives, particularly in areas where crime rates remain high relative to the UK benchmark. The contrast between Flint's 14.4% monthly decline and its continued elevation above national averages illustrates the complexity of local crime dynamics, where short-term improvements coexist with persistent challenges.