Mynydd Isa Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 saw Mynydd Isa's crime rate fall to 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This built-up area within Flintshire, home to approximately 5,630 residents, reported 17 crimes in total, with violent crimes accounting for 58.8% of the total. The most striking deviation from expectations was the sharp rise in violence and sexual offences, which jumped from four cases in January to ten in February. This category, which typically aligns with seasonal lulls in winter months, now stands at 1.8 per 1,000 — 22% below the UK average for the same category. The area’s low crime profile, particularly in property crime (only 5 incidents), suggests a combination of community cohesion and the relatively small population size. However, the unexpected spike in violent crime defies the usual February pattern, where low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull typically correlate with reduced incidents. The absence of major retail hubs or nightlife venues in Mynydd Isa means that factors driving such a surge in violence remain unclear, though the month’s cold weather may have concentrated social interactions in enclosed spaces, potentially contributing to the increase.

The most notable shift in February 2026 was the 150% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from four to ten incidents. This jump, which dwarfs the 100% rise in burglary (three cases, up from zero in January), marks a significant departure from the area’s typically stable crime profile. While violent crime in Mynydd Isa remains 22% below the UK average for the category, the absolute increase raises questions about localized triggers. Burglary, though only three incidents, now stands at 0.5 per 1,000 — 100% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This anomaly could reflect a temporary vulnerability, possibly linked to the winter months when homes are less frequently occupied or poorly secured. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, remained at 0.4 per 1,000 — 56% below the UK average — suggesting that community policing efforts or the area’s small population size may be mitigating such incidents. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is the need to remain vigilant against potential increases in violent crime, which now constitute nearly 60% of all reported crimes in the area.

February’s crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 represents a 69.7% increase from January’s 1.8 per 1,000, though it remains far below the UK average. On a daily basis, Mynydd Isa experienced roughly one crime per day in February, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s small population. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 331 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualized against the UK’s broader crime profile, underscores the area’s relative safety. The previous month’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 indicates a significant upward trend, though the overall crime rate is still 53.1% below the UK average. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the 150% increase in violent crime, the absolute number of incidents remains manageable. For a community of 5,630, the 17 reported crimes in February equate to a manageable burden, particularly when contrasted with larger urban centres where crime rates are typically much higher. This comparison reinforces the importance of localized factors — such as community engagement and geographical isolation — in shaping Mynydd Isa’s crime profile.