Hawarden Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Hawarden during January 2024 accounted for 44% of all reported crimes, a figure significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents for this category. The overall crime rate for the area stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 43.2% reduction compared to the national average of 7.4. This discrepancy highlights a broader pattern of lower violent crime rates in Hawarden relative to the UK. Anti-social behaviour followed closely behind, contributing 22% of all reported crimes, again below the UK average. The seasonal context of January, typically marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, may partly explain the lower levels of property-related crimes such as shoplifting and theft from the person, which were recorded at 0.1 per 1,000 residents—82% and 38% below UK averages respectively. The area's built-up nature within Flintshire likely contributes to this profile, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may play a role in maintaining lower crime rates. However, the presence of 22 violent crimes in a population of 11,969 residents suggests a need for targeted interventions in addressing this specific category. The relatively low crime rates, particularly in property-related offences, contrast with the UK's higher averages, indicating that Hawarden's socio-economic and geographical characteristics may foster a safer environment for residents. This pattern is consistent with other small built-up areas in Wales, where community engagement and lower population density often correlate with reduced criminal activity. The data underscores the importance of maintaining existing initiatives while exploring ways to further reduce violent crime, which remains the most prevalent category in the area.

January 2024 saw a 200% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a stark contrast to the 17% UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 residents. This surge in burglaries, though still below the national average, highlights a shift in crime patterns that may warrant closer examination of local security measures. Concurrently, theft from the person and shoplifting both doubled compared to the previous month, increasing from 0 to 1 incident each. These jumps, while modest in absolute terms, suggest potential vulnerabilities in areas frequented by tourists or temporary residents. Conversely, public order offences experienced a dramatic 76.9% decline, dropping from 13 to 3 cases. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of January, which typically sees lower foot traffic in retail and leisure areas. Similarly, criminal damage and arson fell by 71.4%, from 7 to 2 incidents, possibly reflecting the impact of shorter daylight hours and colder temperatures on outdoor criminal activity. The most notable UK comparison lies in 'other crime', which was 43% above the national average of 0.1 per 1,000 residents. This category, though small in absolute numbers (2 incidents), may require further investigation to understand its unique contribution to Hawarden's crime profile. Residents might find the daily crime count of 2 incidents per day—equivalent to roughly 1 in 239 residents experiencing a crime over the month—particularly relevant when assessing local safety.

Hawarden's crime rate in January 2024 (4.2 per 1,000 residents) represented a 15.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.9 per 1,000. This downward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, underscoring the area's consistently lower crime levels. On a daily basis, Hawarden recorded an average of 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides a tangible reference point for residents. When contextualised by population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 239 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that may appear low but reflects the area's built-up nature and relatively small population. Comparing this to the UK's broader context, where the average resident faces a crime roughly every 139 days, Hawarden's residents experience a significantly lower frequency of criminal incidents. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area's safety, with 4.2 per 1,000 residents equating to 50 total crimes across its 11,969 population. This figure is lower than the UK's national average, suggesting that Hawarden's socio-economic factors, such as its proximity to rural areas and potential community cohesion, may contribute to its crime profile. However, the presence of 22 violent crimes in the area—despite the overall low rate—indicates that targeted efforts to address this specific category could further enhance local safety without compromising the area's already favourable crime statistics.