Holywell Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Holywell, the crime rate of 13.9 per 1,000 in May 2023 means a 1-in-72 chance of encountering a reported crime over the course of the month. This figure, 73.8% above the UK average of 8.0, places the area in a higher risk bracket compared to national trends. The breakdown of offences reveals a stark focus on violent and anti-social incidents: violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.8% of all crimes, anti-social behaviour for 24.0%, and criminal damage for 10.7%. These proportions suggest a community grappling with interpersonal conflict and disorder, particularly as May's longer evenings and outdoor socialising may have amplified tensions. The seasonal context aligns with a pattern seen in built-up areas where increased foot traffic and social interaction can heighten the likelihood of disputes. While property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remain present, their shares are lower than violent offences, indicating a different risk profile compared to more commercially dense urban centres. The data also shows a marked disparity in specific categories: anti-social behaviour in Holywell is 148% above the UK average, and violence is 94% higher, both of which may reflect local challenges in community policing or social cohesion. The high rate of 'other crime'—which surged by 500% month-on-month—adds an element of unpredictability, though its exact nature remains unspecified in the data. This combination of factors illustrates an area where residents face a higher-than-average risk of violent and disorderly incidents, with seasonal and local dynamics likely contributing to the persistent gap from national rates.

May saw a 500% increase in 'other crime' reports, rising from one to six incidents, a stark anomaly in the data. This category, which includes unclassified or less common offences, surged sharply. Conversely, public order offences fell by 71.4% month-on-month, from 14 to 4, possibly linked to seasonal shifts in community activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 5.4 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a 94% gap. Anti-social behaviour also stood out, with 3.3 per 1,000 reported—148% above the UK rate. These figures suggest a persistent challenge in managing social conduct in the area, despite the overall downward trend in crime.

Holywell's crime rate in May 2023 dropped by 18.8% compared to April's 17.1 per 1,000, reflecting a local shift in reported incidents. On average, four crimes were recorded daily in the month, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 72 residents over the course of 31 days. This monthly exposure rate highlights the frequency of incidents in a small built-up area, where community density may amplify the visibility of crime. The population context further underscores that 8,711 residents share this risk, with no direct UK comparison available for daily or monthly exposure figures. While the overall rate remains significantly above the UK average, the month-on-month decline suggests a potential stabilization in local patterns.