Shotton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 saw Shotton's overall crime rate stand at 13.6 per 1,000 residents, significantly higher than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This places the area 65.9% above the national benchmark, reflecting a persistent challenge in local crime management. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (38.2% of total), anti-social behaviour (14.6%), and criminal damage and arson (11.2%). These figures align with patterns often seen in smaller built-up areas where community cohesion and policing resources may be stretched. The start of summer, with longer daylight hours and the onset of tourist activity in nearby coastal regions, likely contributes to increased public space usage and associated crime risks. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 5.2 per 1,000 — 88% above the UK average. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as public spaces or locations frequented by transient populations. Anti-social behaviour, though showing a slight decline from May, still remains 43% above the UK average, potentially linked to seasonal gatherings or youth-related activity. The elevated rates of criminal damage (146% above UK average) and shoplifting (94% above UK average) may be tied to increased foot traffic during the summer months, though further analysis would be required to confirm this hypothesis. While direct causation, the seasonal context of June — a transition period between academic terms and the summer holiday — could explain some of these trends.

June 2024 brought stark contrasts in crime trends for Shotton. Burglary saw a 300% surge, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, while vehicle crime doubled from 0 to 1. Possession of weapons also doubled, moving from 0 to 2, highlighting a concerning spike in weapon-related offences. These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased movement of vehicles or the temporary presence of individuals in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 23.5%, and violence and sexual offences dropped by 22.7%, suggesting some success in addressing these issues through community engagement or policing efforts. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with property crimes (31 incidents) accounting for 35% of all recorded crimes, compared to 38% for violent crimes. This slight shift may reflect seasonal changes in criminal opportunity, such as increased outdoor activity or retail footfall during the summer. Vehicle crime — the only category below the UK average — recorded a rate of 0.2 per 1,000, 56% lower than the national figure. This could indicate effective local measures in securing parking areas or vehicle storage, though the small number of incidents makes it difficult to draw definitive conclusions. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the sharp rise in burglary, which may warrant increased vigilance in securing homes during the summer months.

Shotton's crime rate in June 2024 (13.6 per 1,000) marked a 7.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 14.7 per 1,000, indicating a modest but measurable decline. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 3 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to one reported crime for every 73 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of the frequency of crime in the community. When compared to the UK average, Shotton's rate remains substantially higher, with the gap narrowing slightly from the previous month. The population context is critical: with 6,526 residents, even small changes in the crime rate can have a noticeable impact on the local community. For instance, the 300% increase in burglary — from 1 to 4 incidents — may seem minor in absolute terms but represents a significant proportional rise for an area of this size. This underscores the importance of localized crime prevention strategies, as even small numbers can reflect broader trends. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories like violence and sexual offences (88% above) and criminal damage (146% above), which suggest systemic challenges in Shotton that may require tailored solutions. These comparisons highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and adaptive policing approaches to address the unique dynamics of this built-up area within Flintshire.