Flintshire Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Flintshire, 7.8 crimes were reported in June 2023, placing the area 8.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 128 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (36.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.8%) and public order offences (8.5%). These patterns align with seasonal trends, as June marks the start of summer when outdoor activity and tourism in Flintshire's rural and coastal areas may increase public order incidents. Violence and sexual offences, though below the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000), remain the largest single contributor to the overall rate. Anti-social behaviour, however, exceeded the UK average by 22%, potentially reflecting community tensions exacerbated by increased social interactions during the warmer months. Property crimes, while lower than the UK average, accounted for 27.3% of all offences, with shoplifting (7.5%) and criminal damage (8.4%) showing notable presence. The data suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local demographics, with Flintshire's mix of urban and rural areas likely influencing crime distribution. As the summer progresses, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to understanding how environmental and social dynamics shape risk profiles.

June 2023 saw significant month-on-month changes in Flintshire's crime profile. Robbery incidents doubled, rising from 2 to 4 (+100%), while theft from the person increased from 0 to 3 (+100%), indicating potential vulnerabilities in public spaces. Burglary also rose by 37%, increasing from 27 to 37, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns in domestic activity. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped sharply by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), possibly linked to increased awareness campaigns or changes in outdoor recreation. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 22.8% of all crimes, was 22% above the UK average (1.5 per 1,000 vs 1.8 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may be explained by Flintshire's rural character, where community interactions can sometimes lead to higher reports of disruptive behaviour. In contrast, other theft (5.1%) was 38% below the UK average (0.7 per 1,000), and burglary (3.0%) was 38% below the UK rate (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting effective community policing or deterrent measures in residential areas. These variations highlight the importance of localised strategies, with Flintshire's lower property crime rates benefiting from targeted initiatives in high-risk areas.

Flintshire's June 2023 crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 5.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.4 per 1,000.2% below the UK average. Daily crime figures show 41 incidents per day on average, a concrete metric that helps residents contextualise risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 128 residents, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of vigilance in shared spaces. When compared to the UK average, Flintshire's anti-social behaviour rate (1.8 per 1,000) was 22% higher, potentially reflecting the area's rural and semi-rural character, where community dynamics may contribute to higher reports of disruptive conduct. Conversely, other theft (0.4 per 1,000) was 38% below the UK average, and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) was similarly lower, suggesting effective crime prevention measures in residential areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Flintshire's 155,867 residents experienced a relatively stable crime environment, with fluctuations in specific categories such as robbery and public order offences. These comparisons highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where Flintshire diverges from national trends, while also recognising the area's overall success in maintaining a crime rate below the UK average.