Flintshire Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Flintshire's crime profile in January 2026, accounting for 37.9% of all reported crimes and remaining 12% below the UK average. This category, which includes assault, harassment, and sexual violence, consistently drives the majority of reported incidents in the area, a pattern consistent with Flintshire's mix of urban and rural communities where interpersonal conflicts can escalate during the post-holiday period. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category at 18.8% of total crimes, rose 18% above the UK average, potentially reflecting the impact of reduced social activity during colder months. Shoplifting, at 13.6% of total crimes, was 40% above the UK rate, a figure that may be partially explained by the area's retail presence and the seasonal dip in foot traffic during January. The overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marked a 16.2% reduction compared to the UK average, a statistic that suggests Flintshire's broader safety measures are effective despite specific challenges in certain categories. The month's shorter days and post-holiday context may have contributed to a shift in crime dynamics, with outdoor crimes typically declining and indoor or public space incidents rising. This seasonal pattern is common in areas with mixed land use, where retail centres and public transport hubs remain focal points for criminal activity even during low-traffic periods.

January 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft rising by 66.7% (3 to 5 incidents) and vehicle crime increasing by the same proportion (15 to 25). These spikes may partly reflect post-holiday activity or seasonal changes in transportation patterns. Conversely, other thefts fell by 36.6% (71 to 45), suggesting a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during the month. Violence and sexual offences, the dominant category, remained 12% below the UK average at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, while anti-social behaviour rose 18% above the UK rate. The 35.6% increase in public order offences compared to December highlights a specific challenge in January, potentially linked to shorter daylight hours and post-holiday social dynamics. Residents should note that shoplifting rates in Flintshire are 40% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted retail security measures.

Flintshire's crime rate rose by 4.4% in January 2026 compared to December's 5.5 per 1,000 residents, reaching 5.7 per 1,000. This translates to approximately 29 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 175 residents over the course of the month. While the increase appears modest, it reflects a shift in crime patterns typical of January's seasonal context. The post-holiday period often sees reduced retail footfall, yet public order offences rose by 35.6% compared to the previous month, suggesting a different dynamic at play. Daily crime figures provide a granular view of activity levels, showing that residents experience roughly 29 incidents daily on average. This rate, while lower than the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, still requires attention to local factors influencing these numbers. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Flintshire's residents face a monthly exposure rate of 1 in 175 to crime, a figure that contextualises the overall safety profile of the area.