Holywell (Flintshire) Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Holywell’s crime profile in December 2024, accounting for 31.6% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 10.9 per 1,000 residents—53.5% above the UK average—this built-up area in Flintshire faces a higher burden of crime than the national average. The data reveals a stark contrast between violent crimes, which reached 30 incidents, and property crimes, which numbered 34. This balance suggests that personal safety concerns may outweigh property-related risks in the area, a trend consistent with smaller urban centres where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder often drive crime statistics. Seasonal factors, such as the Christmas shopping peak and extended periods of darkness, likely contributed to the elevated rates of violence and public order offences. The prominence of anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (19 incidents) further highlights the challenges of managing community tensions in a compact built-up area. These figures, combined with the area’s proximity to major transport links and local amenities, point to a dynamic environment where crime prevention strategies must address both immediate incidents and underlying social dynamics.

December 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with public order offences doubling from 5 to 10 (+100.0%) and theft from the person rising from 0 to 1 (+100.0%). These increases align with seasonal pressures, such as heightened social gatherings and darker evenings, which may amplify incidents of disorder. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 58.7% (46 → 19), suggesting a possible reduction in community tensions or more effective local interventions. Public order offences in Holywell were 167% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s role as a regional hub with higher foot traffic during festive periods. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained 50% below the UK average, due to lower vehicle density or targeted policing efforts in residential zones. These shifts underscore the combination of local demographics and seasonal influences in shaping crime profiles.

December 2024 saw a 29.1% drop in Holywell’s crime rate compared to November, falling from 15.4 to 10.9 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns in built-up areas, where festive holidays and reduced outdoor activity may temporarily lower crime opportunities. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to national averages due to the absence of UK-wide daily statistics. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 92 residents, a measure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. This rate, though higher than the UK average, reflects the area’s specific dynamics, such as its proximity to retail hubs and community events that may influence crime patterns. The population of 8,711 residents means each individual faces a calculated monthly risk, though local factors like policing strategies and community engagement efforts could also play a role in shaping these figures.