Hawarden Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hawarden’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 21% below the UK average of 8.1. This position as a relatively safer locale is reinforced by the distribution of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.3%) and criminal damage and arson (10.4%). The dominance of violent crime in the breakdown aligns with the area’s character as a built-up region within Flintshire, where community interactions and local dynamics may contribute to such patterns. Seasonal context plays a role, as August—typically a peak holiday month—could influence crime trends through increased tourism and the temporary vacating of homes, which may heighten burglary risks. However, the area’s overall safety profile remains evident, with anti-social behaviour rates 38% below the UK average and vehicle crime 49% below. These figures suggest that while certain crime types are influenced by broader national trends, Hawarden’s unique local conditions—such as its proximity to natural landscapes and the rhythm of seasonal activity—likely shape the crime picture in ways distinct from more densely populated urban centres.

August 2025 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson surged by 700% compared to the previous month, rising from one incident to eight. This spike, coupled with a 300% increase in drug-related crimes, suggests potential shifts in local dynamics or unmet demand for services. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 71.4%, from seven to two, possibly reflecting seasonal changes or altered parking patterns. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 42.1%, a decline that may relate to the area’s seasonal rhythm, with August being a peak holiday month. Hawarden’s rate for anti-social behaviour was 38% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 1% above average rate for violence and sexual offences. These divergent trends illustrate how different crime types respond to local and national factors, offering residents a nuanced view of safety in the area.

Hawarden’s crime rate in August 2025 rose by 20.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.4 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains 21% below the UK average of 8.1, highlighting a consistently safer profile than the national trend. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported per day in August, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low crime environment. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate in a way that contextualises the statistics for residents. With a population of 11,969, Hawarden’s figures suggest that while crime is present, it is distributed across a smaller population base, potentially influenced by the area’s characteristics as a built-up area within Flintshire. This population-scaled perspective underscores the need to consider both local and national benchmarks when assessing safety trends.