Flintshire Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Flintshire's crime profile in November 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly 40% of all reported crimes. This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up a smaller proportion of the total, suggesting that local factors—such as community dynamics, policing strategies, or socioeconomic conditions—may be influencing this trend. The area's overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places it 10.5% below the UK average of 7.6, a difference that aligns with the generally lower crime rates observed in regions with a mix of urban and rural characteristics. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 21.7% of all crimes in Flintshire, significantly exceeds the UK average by 35%, pointing to potential challenges in managing public order in certain areas. This may be linked to the area's seasonal rhythms, such as the impact of darker evenings during November, which could contribute to increased anti-social activity in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates in the area were 13% below the UK average, reflecting effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic during the month. The seasonal context of November—marked by events like Bonfire Night and the start of Black Friday shopping—may also have influenced crime patterns, with heightened activity in retail areas contributing to both shoplifting and public order incidents. These observations underscore the importance of considering local context when interpreting crime data, as national averages often mask regional variations that are shaped by unique environmental and social factors.

November 2024 saw notable fluctuations in Flintshire's crime profile, with robbery incidents surging by 133.3% compared to the previous month, rising from three to seven cases. This sharp increase, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during the festive shopping period or changes in policing focus. Conversely, burglary rates rose by 85.7%, moving from 14 to 26 cases, which could indicate seasonal shifts in criminal behaviour, such as increased property targeting during darker evenings. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, contributing 21.7% of total crimes and sitting 35% above the UK average. This suggests that community tensions or environmental factors in Flintshire may be driving such incidents more than the national average. Shoplifting rates in the area were 13% below the UK average, influenced by local retail strategies or enforcement measures. These variations highlight the combination of local conditions and broader national trends in shaping Flintshire's crime profile.

Flintshire's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.1. This decline suggests a slight shift in local crime dynamics. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 35 crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents over the course of the month, highlighting the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, while seemingly abstract, provides a tangible measure of how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. The population context further underscores that Flintshire's lower crime rate is consistent with its demographic profile, which likely includes a mix of urban and rural characteristics that influence crime patterns differently than more densely populated regions.