Flintshire Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Flintshire's September 2023 crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 15% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.0, positioning the area as a relatively safe region within the UK. This rate, which translates to one crime per 146 residents over the course of the month, is influenced by the district's character as a mix of rural and urban environments, where crime patterns differ from densely populated cities. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.4% of all reported incidents—slightly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This could be partially explained by the seasonal context of September, a month marked by the return to school and university freshers' week, which may contribute to increased social interactions and, in some cases, conflict. Anti-social behaviour, at 22.1% of all crimes, was 12% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the challenges of managing community spaces in a region with both urban centres and rural expanses. The data also highlights a notable absence of vehicle crime, which was 79% below the UK average, due to Flintshire's lower traffic density and fewer high-risk urban zones. These patterns suggest that while the area is not immune to crime, its geographical and demographic profile likely plays a role in shaping the types and frequencies of incidents reported.

September 2023 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with robbery incidents surging by 100% as three cases were reported—up from zero in August. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly reflect the influx of university students during freshers' week, a period associated with increased alcohol-related incidents. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 44.4%, aligning with the seasonal shift as schools and businesses ramped up security measures. Anti-social behaviour remained 12% above the UK average, a persistent challenge that may be linked to the area's mix of urban and rural communities, where social interactions in public spaces can sometimes escalate. Vehicle crime, at 0.1 per 1,000, was 79% below the UK average, a figure that could be attributed to Flintshire's lower population density and fewer high-traffic urban zones. Residents may find the 36 daily crimes reported in September a useful benchmark for understanding local crime frequency, though this remains well below the national average.

Flintshire's crime rate in September 2023 dropped by 4.3% compared to August, falling from 7.2 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions the area 15% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects broader local safety improvements. On a daily basis, 36 crimes were reported across the district, a figure that contextualises the monthly total into manageable, relatable terms for residents. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the national average. This statistic, when paired with the 155,867 population figure, illustrates that the majority of residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime, a contrast to areas with higher rates where exposure is more frequent. The decrease in burglary by 44.4% and bicycle theft by 30.8% suggests that targeted measures or seasonal factors—such as the return to school and reduced daylight hours—may have contributed to reduced opportunities for certain crimes.