Flintshire Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Flintshire’s crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 39% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes assault, sexual assault, and related offences, remains the largest single contributor to the area’s crime rate. The overall rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents places Flintshire 15.5% below the UK average, a consistent position that may reflect broader demographic or geographic factors. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to the lower levels of shoplifting and public order offences compared to busier months. However, anti-social behaviour remains a notable concern, with incidents at 22% above the UK average. This discrepancy could be linked to local community dynamics, such as the presence of transient populations or specific socioeconomic conditions. The dominance of violent crime in Flintshire’s data contrasts with the UK average, where property-related offences often feature more prominently. This suggests that local policing priorities, cultural factors, or demographic characteristics may shape the area’s unique crime profile. The relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime, both below the UK average by over 25%, may indicate effective community engagement or targeted prevention efforts in these areas.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Robbery increased by 100%, rising from 0 to 2 incidents, a stark shift that may reflect heightened vigilance or changes in reporting patterns. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 51.9%, possibly linked to seasonal transitions or changes in traffic patterns. In contrast, public order offences fell by 28.4%, a decrease that could be attributed to reduced social gatherings during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences remained 8% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 22% above, highlighting divergent trends within the district. These shifts underscore the need for targeted policing strategies, particularly in areas where vehicle crime and robbery have surged. Residents may find the 15.5% reduction in overall crime rate compared to the UK average a key point of reference when assessing local safety.

Flintshire's crime rate in January 2025 dropped by 13.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 6.9 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical January patterns, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may temper certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 30 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the overall crime profile. This statistic provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it does not account for variations in population density or geographic distribution within the district. The rate remains 15.5% below the UK average, a consistent position that suggests broader systemic factors influencing Flintshire’s crime profile.