Flint Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Flint during October 2025 reveals a distinct pattern of activity, with violent crimes and property-related offences dominating the landscape. At 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents, Flint’s overall rate is 35.1% above the UK average of 7.7, highlighting a higher concentration of criminal activity compared to the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of total incidents, followed by shoplifting (18.2%) and anti-social behaviour (17.5%). This combination suggests a combination of public safety challenges and local socioeconomic factors. The seasonality of October—marked by darker evenings, the start of the school term, and the approach of Halloween—may contribute to increased incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour, particularly in communal spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting’s starkly elevated rate (202% above UK average) points to potential vulnerabilities in retail environments or enforcement gaps in high-traffic areas. The prominence of property crimes, even as burglary and vehicle crime remain below UK averages, indicates that non-residential theft and public disorder may be more pressing concerns than residential break-ins. These patterns align with Flint’s character as a built-up area within Flintshire, where commercial and residential zones intersect, amplifying opportunities for certain types of crime.

October 2025 saw significant month-on-month shifts in Flint’s crime profile, with three categories experiencing marked increases: other crime (+200%), other theft (+166.7%), and public order offences (+166.7%). These jumps, particularly in non-specific categories like 'other crime', may reflect underreported or emerging issues that require further scrutiny. Conversely, drug-related offences, burglary, and vehicle crime all declined, with drugs falling by 60% and burglary by 60%. This drop in drug-related crimes could be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced illicit activity during colder months or improved law enforcement efforts in targeted areas. The stark disparity between Flint’s shoplifting rate (1.9 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) underscores a critical vulnerability in local retail sectors, driven by high foot traffic or inadequate security measures in key locations. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average may indicate effective community policing or a lower density of high-risk environments such as car parks or isolated housing. For residents, the 166.7% increase in public order offences—often tied to anti-social behaviour or disturbances—suggests a need for heightened awareness in public spaces, particularly as Halloween approaches and alcohol consumption rises in local areas.

Flint’s crime rate in October 2025 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 24.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.4. This upward trend translates to a local daily crime count of approximately 5 incidents per day, or one reported crime for roughly every 96 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure provides a snapshot of the area’s crime environment, it is important to contextualise it within Flint’s population of 13,749. The rate of 10.4 per 1,000 places Flint significantly above the UK average, yet the distribution of crime types reveals a nuanced picture. For instance, while shoplifting and anti-social behaviour are high compared to national levels, categories such as burglary and vehicle crime fall below UK averages, suggesting that certain crime prevention strategies may be effective in specific domains. The contrast between Flint’s elevated property crime rates and its relatively lower burglary figures could be explained by the area’s built-up nature, where shoplifting and public disorder may occur more frequently in commercial hubs than residential break-ins. These comparisons highlight both the challenges and potential successes of local policing efforts, offering residents a clearer understanding of where to focus their vigilance and advocacy.