Hawarden Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

October 2024 marked a combination of stability and change in Hawarden’s crime profile. The overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents placed the area 27.2% below the UK average, a position that underscores Hawarden’s generally safer profile compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 50% of all incidents and representing a 9% increase above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.1%, though its rate remained 22% below the UK figure, a discrepancy that may reflect the area’s relatively smaller population and community-focused policing efforts. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and the approach of Halloween—likely contributed to fluctuations in certain crime types. For instance, the sharp rise in public order offences could be linked to increased social activity during the month, while the drop in criminal damage and arson may indicate a seasonal lull in such incidents. These patterns illustrate how local geography, population density, and time of year interact to shape crime trends, even within a built-up area like Hawarden.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 100% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a notable shift in local dynamics. Concurrently, burglary and drug-related crimes both doubled compared to the previous month, suggesting potential changes in activity or reporting trends. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 81.8%, from 11 to 2, a drop that may reflect seasonal factors or targeted interventions. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents, and were 9% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 14.3%.0 per 1,000 still places Hawarden 22% below the UK average. These variations highlight the complexity of local crime trends and the importance of contextual analysis for residents and policymakers.

Hawarden's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 6.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.5 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a continued trend in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 171 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Hawarden compared to broader UK trends. The population context further underscores that Hawarden’s 11,969 residents face a crime environment that remains below the UK average, despite the slight upward movement in October. This balance between local fluctuations and national benchmarks illustrates the importance of viewing crime data through both a micro and macro lens.