Mynydd Isa Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mynydd Isa’s crime profile in August 2025 reveals a striking dominance of violent crime, which accounted for 76% of all reported incidents (29 cases) against just 2.6% for property crimes (6 cases). This stark imbalance suggests a shift in local dynamics, with violence and sexual offences far exceeding the UK average by 81%, while property crime remains well below the national level. The overall crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents places Mynydd Isa 16% below the UK average of 8.1, a figure that may reflect the area’s compact, built-up nature and relatively low population density. Seasonal factors in August—such as increased tourism and the likelihood of empty homes during the summer holidays—could explain the small but notable rise in burglary and other theft. The data also shows a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, a category that, while low in absolute numbers, deserves closer attention. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both declined, with the former dropping by 83.3% and the latter by 20%. This reduction may be linked to the temporary nature of August’s peak holiday season, which could reduce opportunities for such offences. The area’s position as a built-up part of Flintshire, with limited industrial activity and a focus on residential and commercial spaces, likely shapes these patterns. However, the persistent high rate of violent crime—despite the overall low rate—raises questions about local social factors, community cohesion, and the effectiveness of existing policing strategies. While the monthly exposure of one crime per 148 residents highlights the area’s relative safety, the disproportionate focus on violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions. The contrast between Mynydd Isa’s crime mix and the UK average, where property crime often dominates, further illustrates the unique character of this built-up area. As August transitions into the autumn, the challenge will be to maintain the downward trend in violent crime while addressing the small but notable spikes in other categories.

August 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime types, with violent crimes accounting for 76% of total reports (29 incidents) compared to just 2.6% for property crimes (6 incidents). This imbalance, particularly the 81% spike in violence and sexual offences above the UK average, suggests local factors may be influencing patterns. The month also marked a 100% increase in other theft, burglary, and drug-related crimes, though these remain low in absolute terms. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 83.3%, potentially linked to seasonal shifts as August is a peak holiday month with reduced public interactions. For residents, the 29 violent crimes reported—more than double the property crime count—highlight the need for community-focused safety measures, even as the overall rate remains below the UK average.

Mynydd Isa’s crime rate in August 2025 fell by 9.5% compared to July, dropping from 7.5 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which dropped by 83.3% and 20% respectively. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may appear low but reflects the small population of 5,630. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 148 residents highlights the relative safety of the area, even as violent crime remains high. The contrast between this local rate and the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 underscores Mynydd Isa’s unique position in the crime profile, where violent incidents dominate despite overall lower rates. This population-scaled perspective helps contextualise the data for residents, showing that while the area is safer than the UK average, targeted attention to violent crime remains critical.