Flint Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Flint's crime rate in September 2025 (8.4 per 1,000) sits 13.5% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, placing it among the areas with the highest relative crime rates nationally. This disparity is most pronounced in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.3% of all crimes in the month—24% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 26.1% of reported crimes, a figure 88% higher than the national rate. These patterns align with the area's urban character and seasonal rhythms, as September marks the return of students to local schools and universities, potentially increasing tensions in shared spaces. The high proportion of violent crime may also be influenced by the proximity of Flint to larger urban centres, where such incidents are more common. Shoplifting, at 9.6% of total crimes, remains elevated. month-on-month decline, linked to reduced foot traffic as the summer tourist season waned. The area's crime profile contrasts sharply with the UK average in several categories, particularly in anti-social behaviour and violence, which may reflect the challenges of maintaining order in a built-up area with limited resources for community policing. While the overall rate is lower than the previous month's 9.9 per 1,000, the persistent gap from the national average underscores the need for targeted interventions. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to autumn and the resumption of school routines, likely contribute to the fluctuating nature of these crimes, though the exact mechanisms remain to be fully understood.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in Flint's crime profile. Anti-social behaviour increased by 25% compared to August, reaching 30 incidents—a sharp rise that may reflect the return of students and the start of the academic year. Similarly, drug-related crimes surged by 66.7%, with five reported cases, while possession of weapons rose by 100% from zero to one incident. These increases contrast with a 59.3% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 27 to 11 cases, potentially influenced by the waning of summer shopping activity. Meanwhile, public order offences and 'other crime' both decreased by 66.7%, though these categories remain below the UK average. The most striking divergence from national trends is in anti-social behaviour, which is 88% above the UK average. Residents may find the 38.3% share of violence and sexual offences, a category itself 24% above the UK average, particularly concerning as it highlights a concentrated risk in this area.

Flint's crime rate in September 2025 (8.4 per 1,000) marks a 15.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.9 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend. This reduction, while modest, suggests some stabilization in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, Flint experienced approximately four crimes per day in September, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK-wide counterpart. When considering the population, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one crime occurred for every 120 residents over the course of the month—a metric that underscores the frequency of incidents within a tightly knit community. This rate, though lower than the previous month, still places Flint 13.5% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent gap between local and national crime profiles. The combination of a declining monthly rate and an elevated national comparison illustrates the area's unique challenges, potentially linked to its urban character and seasonal dynamics as September transitions into autumn.