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 crimes. With 430 incidents recorded, this category not only outpaced other crime types but also exceeded the UK average by 8%, highlighting a localised concentration of violent crime. The area's overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 9.5% below the UK average of 7.4, a figure that reflects a combination of effective policing, community initiatives, and demographic factors. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 220 cases, 41% above the UK average, underscoring persistent challenges in maintaining public order. Seasonal context appears to play a role in these trends, as January's post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall may have contributed to shifts in criminal activity. For instance, shoplifting and public order offences fell 12% and 17% below UK averages, respectively, potentially linked to lower consumer activity and fewer outdoor events. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime—106.7% compared to December—suggests vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or changes in criminal tactics. These patterns align with Flintshire's character as a mix of rural and urban areas, where seasonal transitions and community dynamics shape the crime profile. The data indicates a need for continued focus on violent crime prevention while leveraging the area's lower-than-average rates in property-related offences.

January 2024 saw a 106.7% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 15 to 31 incidents. This sharp rise, coupled with a 300% surge in theft from the person (from 1 to 4 cases), suggests a shift in criminal activity during the post-holiday period. Meanwhile, burglary rates dropped by 17.9% compared to December, with 32 incidents recorded in January. This decrease may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity and shorter days. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent issue, with 220 reported cases—41% above the UK average. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences (430 cases) account for 41% of all crimes, a category that is 8% above the UK average. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with higher foot traffic or community tensions.

Flintshire's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 6.2% compared to December 2023, moving from 6.3 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, suggests a shift in local crime patterns during the post-holiday period. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 34 crimes per day in January, a figure that translates to a local monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 149 residents. This monthly aggregate highlights the frequency of incidents over the course of a typical month, though it does not account for fluctuations in daily activity. With a population of 155,867, the rate remains below the UK average but shows a slight upward trend. The rise in violence and sexual offences, combined with a drop in burglary, indicates a possible reallocation of criminal activity from property to personal crimes. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which could influence the types of crimes reported.