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 crimes. This category, at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, was 8% below the UK average, reflecting a lower incidence of violent crime compared to the national trend. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents placed Flintshire 15.5% below the UK average, a position consistent with its historical performance as a relatively low-crime area. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 20.7% of incidents, a rate 22% above the UK average, which may indicate localized pressures in community spaces or social dynamics. The seasonal context of January—characterized by post-holiday lulls, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to the lower-than-expected rates of outdoor crimes, such as shoplifting and public order offences. However, the persistence of violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas prone to conflict or where social services may be stretched. The balance between property and violent crime remained skewed toward the latter, with violent offences comprising 39% of the total and property crimes at 29%. This suggests that Flintshire’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of geographic factors, such as its mix of urban and rural settings, and social trends, including the potential influence of local amenities and community engagement initiatives.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery increasing by 100% (from 0 to 2 incidents) and vehicle crime rising by 51.9% (27 to 41). These increases, though small in absolute terms, suggest potential vulnerabilities in specific areas, such as parking zones or transport hubs. Conversely, public order offences fell by 28.4% (74 to 53), possibly linked to the quieter post-holiday environment. Anti-social behaviour remained a concern, contributing 20.7% of all crimes, a rate 22% above the UK average. This discrepancy highlights a local challenge in managing community disturbances, which may be influenced by demographic factors or local infrastructure. The sharp decline in theft from the person (50%) and criminal damage and arson (26.7%) further illustrates the impact of seasonal factors, with reduced foot traffic and colder weather likely deterring certain types of crime. These trends offer a nuanced view of Flintshire’s crime profile, balancing areas of improvement with persistent challenges.

Flintshire’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 13.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.9. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime rates. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 30 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity and population distribution. When scaled to the population of 155,867, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 167 residents. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the comparison to the previous month highlights a local trend of moderation in crime reporting. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while Flintshire remains a relatively safe area, the fluctuations between months suggest the influence of transient factors such as weather, community events, or policing efforts.