Hawarden Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hawarden's August 2023 crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents places it 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a marginal but notable distinction. This built-up area within Flintshire recorded 95 crimes in total, with anti-social behaviour accounting for 35.8% of all incidents (34 cases) and violence and sexual offences comprising 30.5% (29 cases). The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—likely influenced patterns such as burglary, which saw a 400% month-on-month increase to five incidents. While the UK average for anti-social behaviour stands at 1.4 per 1,000, Hawarden's rate of 2.8 per 1,000 is 94% higher, a disparity that may reflect local factors such as community density or the presence of transient populations. The area's crime profile contrasts sharply with the UK average in certain categories: bicycle theft, for instance, is 233% above the national benchmark, potentially linked to Hawarden's cycling infrastructure or unsecured bike storage in public spaces. Conversely, shoplifting in Hawarden is 17% below the UK average, a deviation that might be attributed to local retail security measures or lower foot traffic in certain areas. The dominance of anti-social behaviour and violence over property crimes highlights a shift in the crime mix, with 64.2% of incidents falling into the violent or disorder category, compared to 35.8% for property-related crimes. This imbalance could be connected to the area's character as a small town with mixed residential and commercial zones, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to higher rates of disorderly conduct. The seasonal peak of August, with its associated tourism and holiday-related activity, may have amplified these trends, though the exact mechanisms remain speculative without further data.

August saw a dramatic 500% increase in shoplifting, rising from one to six incidents, likely linked to seasonal retail activity and increased foot traffic in local businesses. Burglary also surged by 400%, with five incidents reported compared to one in July, potentially tied to the summer holiday period when properties are more likely to be unoccupied. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 57.1% (from seven to three incidents), possibly reflecting reduced parking congestion or heightened awareness during peak tourist times. Anti-social behaviour remains a stark outlier, with 34 incidents reported—94% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This category's dominance (35.8% of total crimes) underscores a persistent challenge in community management. Bicycle theft in Hawarden was 233% above the UK average, a figure that may correlate with the area's cycling infrastructure or the presence of unsecured bikes in public spaces.

Hawarden's August 2023 crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents places it 2.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a slightly safer profile compared to national trends. This monthly figure represents a 15.9% increase from July's 6.9 per 1,000, though the area remains within a narrow margin of the UK benchmark. On a daily basis, Hawarden experienced approximately three crimes per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity in a localised timeframe. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 126 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area's population of 11,969. This statistic, while illustrative of the frequency of crime, does not account for variations in population density or geographic spread that might influence local perceptions of safety. The shift from July to August highlights seasonal fluctuations, with August's peak holiday season potentially influencing patterns such as burglary linked to empty homes or anti-social behaviour tied to increased foot traffic.