Mold Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mold's crime profile in March 2025 reveals a distinct mix of crime types that diverges sharply from the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 is 37.2% higher than the national average of 7.8 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the need for targeted local strategies. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 33.0% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 3.6 per 1,000 that is 32% above the UK average. This elevated rate of violent crime may be influenced by the area's status as a built-up district within Flintshire, where population density and local socio-economic factors could contribute to higher interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, making up 24.8% of incidents and occurring at a rate of 2.7 per 1,000—116% above the UK average. This suggests that community tensions or unregulated public spaces may be significant contributors. Shoplifting, at 1.6 per 1,000, is 135% above the UK average and constitutes 14.7% of all crimes, pointing to potential vulnerabilities in retail environments or unmet security needs. These patterns are further shaped by seasonal factors, as March marks a transition to spring with longer evenings that could influence both retail activity and public gatherings. While direct causation, the interplay between these crime types and the area's characteristics highlights the importance of addressing both immediate security concerns and underlying community dynamics.

March 2025 saw a dramatic 220% increase in shoplifting, rising from 5 to 16 incidents, a shift that may reflect changing consumer behaviour as the area transitions into spring. Public order offences also surged by 200%, with reports jumping from 3 to 9, potentially linked to increased foot traffic in local businesses and community events. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 61.1%, dropping from 18 to 7, a decline that could indicate effective local interventions or seasonal factors reducing vandalism. The area's violent crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 is 32% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing incidents of violence and sexual offences. This contrast between rising property-related crimes and falling violent crimes offers a nuanced view of the area's crime dynamics, though the underlying causes remain to be explored.

Mold's crime rate in March 2025 remained stable at 10.5 per 1,000, a 1.9% increase from February's 10.5 per 1,000, indicating minimal month-on-month fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the built-up nature of Mold and its proximity to major transport routes. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 93 residents, a statistic that contextualises the exposure of the local population to crime. When scaled to the area's population of 10,150, this suggests that while crime is present, it does not overwhelm the community on a daily basis. This monthly exposure figure is particularly useful for residents seeking to understand the relative risk of encountering crime in their daily lives, though it does not account for variations in individual circumstances or neighbourhood-specific trends.