Holywell Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a significant shift in Holywell's crime profile, with the most dramatic change being a 200% increase in vehicle crime. This surge, while small in absolute terms, contrasts with broader trends of decline in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, suggesting seasonal influences tied to the month's unique context. The area's overall crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 residents places it 26% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by local factors such as population density or community dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 51.3% of all reported crimes, a figure that is 83% higher than the UK average. This pattern aligns with the area's built-up character, where concentrated populations and potential nightlife activity may contribute to higher rates of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, though down 55% from October, still accounted for 11.3% of incidents, reflecting persistent challenges in community management. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the post-Black Friday shopping period likely influenced the mix of crimes, with darker evenings increasing opportunities for criminal damage and arson. The 70% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average may also indicate vulnerabilities in property maintenance or community cohesion. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions that address both the immediate spikes and the underlying trends shaping Holywell's crime profile.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in November 2025 was the 200% surge in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 50% declines in anti-social behaviour (from 20 to 9) and shoplifting (from 8 to 4), which may reflect seasonal shifts tied to Bonfire Night and post-Black Friday activity. Violent crime remained high, with 4.7 per 1,000 residents—83% above the UK average—highlighting a persistent challenge in the area. Conversely, shoplifting fell 50% compared to October, potentially linked to reduced retail footfall during the holiday period. The 70% increase in criminal damage and arson (from 4 to 8) raises questions about local factors, such as community tensions or property vulnerability during darker evenings. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal, economic, and environmental influences on crime patterns in Holywell.

In November 2025, Holywell's crime rate fell to 9.2 per 1,000 residents, a 14.9% decrease from October's 10.8 per 1,000. This decline places the area's monthly crime exposure at roughly one incident for every 109 residents, a figure that contextualises the local impact of reported incidents. Daily crime activity averaged 3 incidents per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a consistent but manageable level of criminal activity. When compared to the UK average, Holywell's rate remains 26% higher, a persistent disparity that may reflect local factors such as population density or community dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate has dropped from the previous month, the absolute number of crimes still exceeds the UK average by a notable margin, suggesting areas for targeted intervention. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, helping to frame the significance of the 14.9% reduction in the context of ongoing challenges.