Hawarden Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Hawarden recorded a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 31.9% below the UK average of 7.2. This figure reflects a community where crime remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39% of all incidents, making them the most prevalent crime type, followed by public order offences (22%) and criminal damage and arson (11.9%). This balance between violent and property crime is unusual for a small built-up area, where property crime typically dominates. The seasonal context of December—characterised by extended evenings, holiday shopping, and empty homes—may have contributed to the persistence of violent crime despite generally lower rates. Public order offences, at 13 incidents, were 129% above the UK average, a stark contrast to other categories like anti-social behaviour (46% below UK average) and burglary (71% below UK average). These disparities suggest local factors influencing specific crime types, possibly linked to Hawarden's retail environment or social dynamics. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.5 per 1,000) indicates that community-focused policing or environmental design may be effective in certain areas, though the spike in public order offences raises questions about unmet needs during peak holiday periods. The overall picture illustrates a community where crime is manageable but not without pockets of concern that require targeted responses.

December 2023 brought significant shifts in Hawarden's crime profile, with three categories experiencing 100% increases from November: drugs-related crimes (0 to 1), other theft (3 to 6), and other crime (0 to 2). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging patterns that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 25%, dropping from 8 to 6 incidents. This decline could reflect seasonal factors such as shorter evenings or targeted local initiatives. Public order offences in Hawarden were 129% above the UK average, with 13 incidents recorded. This stark deviation from national trends may indicate local pressures related to holiday gatherings or retail environments. Meanwhile, violent crime accounted for 39% of all incidents, slightly outpacing property crime (23.7%), a reversal of the usual balance in smaller communities where property crime typically dominates. This shift, though marginal, may signal increased tensions during the festive season or changes in policing focus.

Hawarden's crime rate in December 2023 rose slightly from 4.6 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 7.2% increase compared to November. This shift, though modest, aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, where reduced daylight and holiday-related activity may influence reporting trends. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported each day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of a small built-up area with limited 24-hour services. Over the course of December, one crime occurred for roughly every 203 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low density of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This monthly exposure rate places Hawarden in a category where residents face a lower risk of encountering crime than in areas with higher population densities. The population context—11,969 residents—further frames these numbers, showing that even with the 7.2% increase, the absolute number of crimes remains small in proportion to the community size.