Acrefair and Cefn-mawr Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Acrefair and Cefn-mawr surged by 186.7% in August 2023, far outpacing the UK average for this category by 139%. This spike, from 15 to 43 incidents, represents the most dramatic single-month shift in the area's crime profile this year. The overall crime rate of 13.4 per 1,000 residents — 65.4% above the UK average of 8.1 — highlights persistent challenges in this built-up area within Wrexham. While property crimes accounted for 26% of total incidents, violent crimes dominated at 46.7%, reflecting a stark imbalance compared to the national trend where property crimes typically make up a larger share. This shift may partly explain the area's elevated risk profile, consistent with patterns observed in other parts of north Wales where high concentrations of public spaces and limited private security infrastructure contribute to higher rates of personal crime. Seasonal factors appear to have played a role, with August's peak holiday period potentially increasing opportunities for alcohol-fuelled incidents and unoccupied properties, though the magnitude of the violence spike suggests deeper, more systemic issues. The area's proximity to Wrexham's urban core and its role as a commuter hub may also contribute to the mix of crime types, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences remaining elevated compared to the UK average.

August 2023 witnessed an 186.7% increase in violence and sexual offences, jumping from 15 to 43 incidents — a rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 139% above the UK average. This category alone accounted for 46.7% of all crimes in the area, far exceeding its share of national crime statistics. Meanwhile, public order offences saw a 200% rise from 2 to 6 incidents, suggesting heightened tensions during the summer holiday period. Vehicle crime increased from 0 to 1 incident (a 100% rise), an unusual development given the area's typically low levels of this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 30.4% (23 to 16 incidents), possibly due to reduced social gatherings during August. Other notable shifts include a 50% decrease in 'other crime' (from 2 to 1 incidents) and a 28.6% reduction in criminal damage and arson (from 7 to 5). These fluctuations highlight the volatility of crime patterns in this area, with the most alarming trend being the unprecedented surge in violent crime. Residents may find the 6.3 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences — the highest among all categories — particularly concerning, as it exceeds the UK average by over a third.

The crime rate in Acrefair and Cefn-mawr rose sharply from 8.9 per 1,000 in July 2023 to 13.4 per 1,000 in August 2023, a 50.8% increase. This jump places the area significantly above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, with the gap widening to 65.4% in August. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day in August, a figure that, while relatively low compared to major urban centres, remains notable for a built-up area of this size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 75 residents — a monthly exposure rate that underscores the persistent presence of crime in this community. With a population of 6,871, this translates to a tangible risk for residents, particularly in light of the violent crime spike. The comparison to the previous month reveals a clear upward trend, with the most significant driver being the 186.7% increase in violence and sexual offences. This suggests that factors specific to August — such as the summer holiday season and associated changes in community dynamics — may have contributed to the shift. However, the long-term trend of elevated crime rates compared to the UK average indicates deeper, more structural issues that extend beyond seasonal fluctuations.