Flintshire Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Flintshire’s crime profile in January 2024, accounting for 41% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, was 8% above the UK average, a contrast to the area’s overall rate of 6.7 per 1,000—9.5% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 21% of total crimes, with a rate 41% higher than the UK average. These figures suggest a localised concentration of interpersonal conflicts, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as post-holiday social dynamics or reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. The lower rates of property crimes, particularly burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), which were 44% and 60% below UK averages respectively, may reflect Flintshire’s mix of rural and urban areas, where fewer high-density residential zones reduce opportunities for certain offences. Seasonal context indicates January’s crime profile aligns with typical post-holiday patterns, with reduced retail footfall and colder weather likely contributing to lower rates of shoplifting and public order offences. However, the sharp rise in theft from the person and vehicle crime suggests emerging vulnerabilities that warrant closer attention.

January 2024 saw a dramatic 300% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain heightened concerns about personal safety in public spaces. Vehicle crime also surged by 106.7%, jumping from 15 to 31 incidents—a shift that could reflect seasonal changes in parking habits or increased vehicle-related thefts during colder weather. Conversely, burglary fell by 17.9% (39 to 32 incidents), linked to shorter daylight hours deterring break-ins. Flintshire’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.8 per 1,000) is 8% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) is 41% higher. These figures highlight a combination of local factors and national trends, with property crime categories consistently below UK averages for the third consecutive month.

Flintshire's crime rate in January 2024 rose 6.2% compared to December 2023, moving from 6.3 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, reflects shifts in crime patterns across specific categories. On a daily basis, 34 crimes were reported in January—equivalent to roughly one crime for every 149 residents over the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents assessing local safety, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. Population-scale analysis shows Flintshire's 155,867 residents experienced 1,048 crimes, a rate 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. The area’s relatively low overall rate contrasts with spikes in certain categories, such as violence and anti-social behaviour, which highlight localized challenges. These figures suggest a balance between generally safer conditions and pockets of higher risk, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or community tensions.