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

Acrefair and Cefn-mawr’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 12.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 49.4% above the UK average of 8.1. This stark deviation from national trends highlights a local profile dominated by violent crimes, which accounted for nearly half (49.4%) of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 6.0 per 1,000, were 125% above the UK average, while criminal damage and arson, at 2.5 per 1,000, were 324% above the national figure. These spikes may partly explain the area’s elevated overall rate, reflecting patterns often seen in built-up parts of Wrexham where community cohesion and policing resources can influence crime dynamics. October’s seasonal context—darker evenings, the transition to winter, and Halloween—likely contributed to the surge in anti-social behaviour and property crimes. The area’s crime mix contrasts sharply with the UK average, which sees a more balanced distribution across violent and property crimes. This imbalance may reflect local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, which can drive higher rates of interpersonal conflict and vandalism. While the UK average includes rural and urban areas, Acrefair and Cefn-mawr’s proximity to Wrexham’s urban core may amplify certain crime types, particularly those linked to nightlife or community tensions.

October 2024 saw a dramatic surge in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 183.3% compared to the previous month, from six to 17 incidents. This category alone accounted for 20.5% of all reported crimes, far exceeding the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The increase in possession of weapons—doubling from zero to one incident—adds a layer of concern for local safety. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 100%, from one to two cases, though this remains below the UK average. The crime mix in the area tilts heavily toward violent crimes, which make up nearly half of all incidents, compared to the UK’s 2.7 per 1,000 average. For residents, the sharp rise in criminal damage may signal heightened tensions or unaddressed community issues that warrant closer attention from local authorities.

Acrefair and Cefn-mawr's crime rate in October 2024 rose to 12.1 per 1,000 residents, a 40.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 8.6. This shift translates to approximately three crimes reported daily across the built-up area’s 6,871 residents. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 83 residents over the course of the month—a figure that highlights the density of incidents relative to the local population. While daily crime counts provide a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate underscores the cumulative impact on the community. This area’s population scale also means that even small fluctuations in crime rates can have noticeable effects on residents’ perceptions of safety. Comparisons to the UK average are not directly relevant here, as the focus remains on local trends and their implications for policing and community engagement.