Mold Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Mold, the per-capita risk of crime in October 2024 translates to a 12.2-per-1,000 resident rate, placing the area 50.6% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity is most pronounced in violent crimes, which accounted for 43.6% of all reported incidents—nearly double the national rate for this category. The town's crime profile reflects a mix of social and economic factors, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences also significantly above UK averages. October's seasonal context, marked by shorter days and Halloween, may have influenced crime patterns. Violent crimes, including sexual offences, dominate the breakdown, likely tied to the area's density of public spaces and social interactions. Shoplifting, while less frequent than violent crime, remains 81% above the UK average, possibly linked to the town's retail presence. These figures highlight the need for targeted local strategies to address both the volume and nature of crimes, particularly in high-risk categories. The data also underscores the importance of contextual factors: for instance, the 50% increase in 'other theft' may be tied to seasonal events, while the 40% drop in criminal damage could reflect reduced outdoor activity. Residents must weigh these risks against the broader picture of a built-up area grappling with persistent challenges in maintaining public safety.

October saw a 200% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from three to nine incidents—a sharp jump that may reflect heightened activity during Halloween or unsecured property in residential areas. Meanwhile, possession of weapons rose by 50%, from two to three cases, though this remains a relatively rare category. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 40%, possibly due to reduced outdoor activity as temperatures dropped. The breakdown of crimes reveals stark disparities: violence and sexual offences (54 cases) far outpace the UK average by 99%, while anti-social behaviour (19 cases) is 47% above the national rate. This suggests a combination of local factors, such as the town's retail and social hubs, which may contribute to higher rates of public order and anti-social incidents. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the disproportionate prevalence of violent crime, which constitutes nearly half of all reported incidents.

Mold's crime rate in October 2024 (12.2 per 1,000 residents) represents a 9.5% decrease from the previous month's 13.5 per 1,000, marking a modest downward trend. This reduction, though not dramatic, may partly reflect seasonal transitions as daylight hours shorten and Halloween-related activity wanes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that, while locally contextual, offers a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 82 residents—a rate that, while lower than the previous month, remains higher than the UK average. This monthly exposure statistic underscores the persistent challenge of crime in Mold compared to national benchmarks, even as local efforts appear to have slightly curbed incidents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a higher risk than the national average, particularly in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour, which collectively account for over half of all reported crimes.