Flintshire Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 155,867 residents, Flintshire reported 1,142 crimes in July 2024, translating to a rate of 7.3 per 1,000 people—13.1% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, still represents a significant volume of incidents for the area. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.1%) and criminal damage and arson (8.8%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July, a month marked by peak tourism, school holidays, and outdoor festivals. The high rate of anti-social behaviour may be partially explained by increased social activity in public spaces during the summer, while the prevalence of violence and sexual offences could reflect the challenges of managing crowds in both urban and rural settings. Shoplifting, which rose by 27.9% compared to June, may also be influenced by the influx of visitors to local attractions. Several crime categories in Flintshire remain significantly below the UK average, including vehicle crime (57% below), drugs offences (55% below), and theft from the person (100% below). These discrepancies may be attributed to the area’s rural character, which differs from the more densely populated urban centres that typically see higher rates of certain crimes. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, underscores the need for continued community engagement and targeted policing efforts to address persistent issues such as anti-social behaviour and shoplifting.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in Flintshire’s crime mix. Theft from the person surged by 66.7%, rising from three to five incidents—a jump that may reflect increased foot traffic during summer festivals and events. Bicycle theft also increased by 50%, from six to nine cases, potentially tied to the area’s growing popularity with cyclists during warmer months. Conversely, robbery rates fell sharply by 75%, dropping from four to one incident, a drop that could indicate effective policing in high-risk zones. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime, remained 24% above the UK average, a persistent challenge that may be linked to the area’s mix of urban and rural spaces. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Flintshire was 57% below the UK average, a figure that aligns with the area’s lower population density and fewer commuter hubs. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal factors likely playing a role in the month’s trends.

Flintshire’s crime rate in July 2024 rose by 6.2% compared to June, moving from 6.9 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns influenced by seasonal factors. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 37 crimes reported each day in July—a figure that, while not extreme, underscores the persistent need for vigilance. When scaled to the local population of 155,867, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 136 residents. This ratio provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, highlighting that while the rate remains below the UK average, the absolute number of incidents is still significant for a community of this size. The rise in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, coupled with a drop in robbery, suggests that local policing strategies may be adapting to changing dynamics, though further analysis is needed to confirm this. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that certain crime types, such as vehicle crime and drugs offences, remain lower in Flintshire, which may be attributed to the area’s rural character and lower population density.