Shotton Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,526, 90 crimes reported in April 2025 equate to 13.8 crimes per 1,000 residents — 79.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate places Shotton significantly higher than the national benchmark, with violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) making up nearly a third of all crimes. Shoplifting (19 cases) and anti-social behaviour (13 cases) follow, reflecting patterns often seen in small towns with high foot traffic in retail areas. The seasonal context of April — Easter holidays, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity — may partly explain the elevated rates, as seasonal transitions can influence both victim behaviour and offender activity. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, are 53% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the area’s proximity to larger urban centres where such crimes are more common. Shoplifting, at 2.9 per 1,000, is 339% above the UK rate, suggesting a possible correlation with local retail hubs or transient populations visiting during the Easter period. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, is 50% above the UK average, reflecting challenges in managing public spaces during peak seasonal activity. These figures illustrate a combination of local demographics, economic factors, and seasonal rhythms, with the area’s built-up character likely contributing to both the volume and type of crimes reported.

April 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes, with bicycle theft jumping 100% from zero to one incident — a sharp increase that may reflect the arrival of seasonal cyclists or a shift in offender focus. Other crime also rose 100% to 10 incidents, a category that includes a range of non-specific offences and could indicate underreporting or evolving criminal activity patterns. Robbery, at one incident, marked a 100% increase from zero, though such low base numbers make interpretation cautious. In contrast, public order offences dropped 88.9% to one case from nine, linked to reduced alcohol-related incidents during Easter compared to previous months. Vehicle crime fell 33.3% to two incidents, aligning with a UK average of 0.4 per 1,000 — a rare instance where Shotton performs slightly better than the national rate. Shoplifting (2.9 per 1,000) and violence and sexual offences (4.0 per 1,000) remain far above UK averages, with shoplifting’s 339% excess suggesting a need for targeted retail crime prevention measures. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime patterns in small communities, where even a single incident can alter statistics significantly.

April’s crime rate of 13.8 per 1,000 marks a 7.2% decrease from the previous month’s 14.9 per 1,000, though it remains well above the UK average. On a daily basis, Shotton experienced roughly three crimes per day in April — a figure that, while modest, translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 73 residents. For context, this means that over the course of the month, a resident had a 1-in-73 chance of being directly affected by crime, a rate that, while not extreme, underscores the persistent nature of local issues. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Shotton’s crime burden is high relative to its size, with the 79.2% gap to the UK average suggesting systemic challenges. This could be linked to the area’s built-up character within Flintshire, where limited resources for policing and community support may struggle to keep pace with local demand. While the 7.2% month-on-month decline is encouraging, the overall rate remains a concern for residents, particularly given the sharp excesses in specific categories like shoplifting and violence. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions that address both the volume and the distribution of crime across Shotton’s population.