Mold Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 10,150 residents, 84 crimes in November 2025 equate to one reported crime for every 121 residents over the course of the month. This rate of 8.3 crimes per 1,000 people places Mold 13.7% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, highlighting a notable deviation from national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 57.1% of all incidents — a rate of 4.7 per 1,000, 83% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed with 13.1% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson contributed 6.0%. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: the month included Bonfire Night, which historically correlates with spikes in violence and public order offences, and Black Friday shopping, which may have impacted retail-related crime. However, shoplifting saw a sharp decline of 72.2% from October to November, suggesting that festive season planning or increased police presence may have temporarily curbed such incidents. The area's built-up character within Flintshire, with a mix of residential and commercial zones, may explain the higher proportion of violent crime compared to more rural or suburban areas. While the overall rate is elevated, specific categories like burglary and vehicle crime remain significantly below UK averages, reflecting local security measures or demographic factors.

November 2025 saw a 22.2% decrease in Mold's crime rate compared to October, dropping from 10.6 to 8.3 per 1,000 residents. Among the most significant changes, violence and sexual offences increased by 17.1% (41 to 48 incidents), a rise consistent with the timing of Bonfire Night and the extended darkness of November evenings. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 72.2% (18 to 5 incidents), possibly due to reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday lull or increased retail security measures. Other crime — a category that includes fraud and cybercrime — surged by 100% (0 to 4 incidents), indicating a potential shift in criminal activity toward non-traditional methods. The rate of drugs-related crimes also rose by 33.3% (3 to 4 incidents), though this remains well below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson fell 6% below the UK average, while public order offences were 36% below national levels. These variations suggest that while some crime types are influenced by seasonal factors, others may reflect local policing strategies or community initiatives. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting could be a practical benefit, though the increase in violent crime underscores the need for continued vigilance during the darker winter months.

Mold's November 2025 crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents represents a marked improvement from October's 10.6 per 1,000 — a decline that equates to 22.2% fewer crimes in the built-up area. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that, while higher than the UK average, is now at its lowest level in recent months. Over the course of the month, the crime rate meant that one resident in every 121 experienced a reported incident — a statistic that, when contextualised against Mold's population of 10,150, illustrates the relatively low frequency of crime on a personal level. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when compared to other areas of similar size, where higher population densities often correlate with elevated crime rates. The decline from October is likely influenced by a combination of seasonal factors, including the transition from the post-Black Friday shopping period to the quieter pre-Christmas phase, as well as potential policing efforts targeting violent crime during the Bonfire Night period. However, the continued elevation of Mold's crime rate above the UK average suggests that while progress has been made, underlying factors such as local demographics or socioeconomic conditions may still play a role in sustaining higher-than-national levels of certain crime types.