Hawarden Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hawarden’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.4% below the UK average of 6.7. This performance, while not perfect, highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (32.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.4%) and public order offences (14.1%). These figures suggest a persistent focus on interpersonal conflict and disorder, though the rate of violence and sexual offences fell by 19.2% from the previous month. Seasonal context may help explain some trends, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely reduced opportunities for certain crimes. However, the town’s built-up character and proximity to larger urban centres may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour compared to more rural areas. Shoplifting and criminal damage were both below UK averages, reflecting the town’s limited retail presence and lower foot traffic. The data also reveals a stark contrast in performance across categories: while violence and sexual offences decreased, public order offences rose sharply. This mix of trends underscores the need for targeted interventions to address specific issues without undermining the overall progress in reducing crime. The relatively low crime rate, despite the increases in certain categories, reinforces Hawarden’s position as a safer community within Flintshire’s broader landscape.

February 2025 saw a 19.2% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 26 to 21 cases. This decline, while not eliminating the issue, may partly reflect seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity and the pre-spring lull in public events. Conversely, possession of weapons, drugs, and bicycle theft each saw 100% increases, with these categories rising from zero to one, two, and two incidents respectively. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, warrant attention given their potential implications for community safety. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences remained significantly above UK averages, at 34% and 82% higher respectively, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing disruptive conduct. In contrast, shoplifting and criminal damage were 35% and 38% below UK averages, possibly linked to the town’s lower retail density and seasonal retail activity. The mix of decreases and increases illustrates the combination of local factors influencing crime trends.

Hawarden's crime rate in February 2025 rose by 14.3% compared to the previous month, increasing from 4.7 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift, though modest, reflects the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 reported crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that aligns with the town’s built-up character and population density. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 187 residents, illustrating the relative rarity of incidents within this community. This rate remains significantly below the UK average, highlighting Hawarden’s position as a safer area within the broader context. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a monthly basis, offering reassurance to local households and businesses. While the increase from the previous month is notable, it does not suggest a sustained upward trend, as the overall rate remains 19.4% below the UK average.