Hawarden Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hawarden’s crime rate for March 2025 remained low at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 39.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure positions the built-up area within Flintshire as one of the safer regions in the UK, though the data reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.6% of all crimes, the highest proportion, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.2%) and public order offences (14.3%). The seasonal context of March—a transitional period into spring with longer evenings—may have influenced patterns, as increased foot traffic and extended daylight hours can heighten opportunities for certain types of crime. While property crime rates were exceptionally low, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (64% below the UK average) and criminal damage and arson at 0.3 per 1,000 (47% below the UK average), the rise in violent crime and 'other crime' categories signals areas requiring attention. The town’s low population density and likely strong community policing efforts may contribute to its overall safety, but the increase in violence suggests potential pressures from external factors or internal dynamics that warrant further observation. The data also shows Hawarden’s public order offences are 27% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect local enforcement priorities or differences in reporting practices. As the year progresses, monitoring these trends will be crucial to maintaining the area’s current safety profile.

March 2025 marked a notable rise in violent crimes, with a 19% increase from 21 to 25 incidents, the highest category by volume. This surge, though still low on a per-capita basis, suggests heightened tensions or specific incidents that may have triggered a spike. Concurrently, 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, rising from 1 to 2 cases, a shift that could indicate emerging patterns or underreported issues. The decrease in burglary (from 2 to 1) and criminal damage and arson (from 4 to 3) contrasts with these rises, suggesting targeted efforts in property crime prevention. However, the 27% increase in public order offences compared to the UK average raises questions about local enforcement or community dynamics. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas where violence and sexual offences dominate, as these account for 44.6% of all crimes. The data also shows Hawarden’s violent crime rate (2.1 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, a statistic that may reflect the town’s community policing strategies or lower population density.

Hawarden's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 12.5% decrease from the previous month's 5.4 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, positions the area as significantly safer than the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across Hawarden’s 31 days, translating to a local monthly exposure of one crime for every 214 residents. This statistic, while low, underscores the area’s consistent safety profile. Population context reveals that Hawarden’s 11,969 residents experience crime at a rate 39.7% below the UK average, a disparity that likely reflects the town’s smaller scale and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. The decrease in burglary and criminal damage and arson suggests sustained efforts in property crime prevention, though the rise in other crimes deserves closer attention. These figures provide residents with a clear benchmark for understanding their local safety relative to both national trends and historical data within Hawarden itself.