Hawarden Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Hawarden’s population—approximately 12,000 residents—86 crimes in May 2023 translate to one reported incident for roughly every 140 people. This rate of 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents places the area 10% below the UK average of 8.0, a distinction that, while modest, suggests a generally safer environment compared to national benchmarks. The crime profile in May was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 40.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.3%) and public order offences (11.6%). These figures align with seasonal patterns, as May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising may contribute to heightened interactions in public spaces, a factor that could partly explain the rise in public order offences. Violence and sexual offences, though slightly above the UK average for this category, were offset by lower-than-average rates in property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting. The area’s lower crime rates in vehicle-related incidents—33% below the UK average—may reflect its relatively low density of commuter traffic or parking facilities, which are known to influence such crimes. This mix of trends highlights the interplay between local demographics, geography, and seasonal rhythms in shaping crime patterns.

May 2023 saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in public order offences, rising from three to ten incidents. This spike, coupled with a 133.3% rise in other theft and a 100% increase in vehicle crime, signals a shift in the local crime mix. Violent crimes, while remaining the most common category at 40.7% of total incidents, were 4% above the UK average for this type. Anti-social behaviour, however, decreased by 26.3% to 14 incidents, a drop that aligns with the UK average but contrasts with the sharp rise in public order offences. Vehicle crime, which rose to four incidents—a 100% increase—remained 33% below the UK average, possibly reflecting the area’s lower density of car parks or traffic congestion. These fluctuations, while not directly tied to specific events, may be influenced by the season’s longer evenings and increased outdoor activity, which can heighten social interactions and associated risks.

Hawarden's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 30.5% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift in local patterns. This increase, from 5.5 to 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, highlights a notable uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes each day, a figure that, while locally contextual, underscores the frequency of incidents within a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 139 residents, a metric that provides a clear snapshot of monthly exposure. This rate, though lower than the UK average, suggests that Hawarden’s population faces a distinct rhythm of crime compared to national trends. The population context—11,969 residents—further emphasizes that even a modest number of crimes can have a measurable impact on community safety. The shift in crime types, particularly the rise in public order offences and the decline in burglary, may reflect seasonal or situational factors, such as the extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising typical of May.