Acrefair and Cefn-mawr Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Acrefair and Cefn-mawr in November 2024 reveals a distinct balance of violent and property-related offences, shaped by both seasonal rhythms and local characteristics. With a total crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents—1.3% above the UK average—the area’s crime mix is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for nearly half (49.1%) of all reported crimes. This stark contrast to the UK average, where such offences make up 47% of the total, suggests a higher incidence of interpersonal conflict or targeted violence in this built-up area. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also feature prominently, though both fall below the UK average for their respective categories. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night and the pre-Christmas shopping period—may have influenced patterns, particularly in public order offences, which surged by 150% compared to the previous month. However, the overall crime rate remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, reflecting the area’s small population and possibly its proximity to Wrexham’s broader infrastructure. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes is notable, linked to the area’s character as a residential and commercial hub within Wrexham, where interactions between residents and businesses might contribute to higher rates of assault and sexual offences. This mix of crime types illustrates a community grappling with interpersonal tensions, though the absence of significant property crime suggests a degree of security in homes and businesses.

November 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with public order offences surging by 150% compared to the previous month, rising from two to five incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in other crime and drugs-related offences, highlights a shift in the crime mix. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 64.7%, likely influenced by seasonal factors such as the end of Bonfire Night events. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, at 3.8 per 1,000 residents—47% above the UK average—and accounted for nearly half of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while still present, decreased by 53.3% compared to October, suggesting a possible reduction in community tensions. For residents, the daily crime count of two incidents per day offers a tangible measure of local safety, though the overall rate remains close to the UK average.

The crime rate in Acrefair and Cefn-mawr for November 2024 stood at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.2% decline from the previous month’s rate of 12.1 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, though seasonal factors like the transition from autumn to winter may have influenced activity. Daily crime counts averaged two incidents per day over the month, a figure that aligns with the area’s small population of 6,871. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 130 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population, this monthly exposure underscores the area’s position as a low-crime locale within Wrexham. The drop in criminal damage and arson, alongside the rise in public order offences, may reflect changes in community engagement or local events, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such links.