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

In September 2024, Acrefair and Cefn-mawr recorded a crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 11.7% above the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a complex crime profile shaped by seasonal transitions, with the month’s return to school and university freshers likely influencing patterns of activity and risk. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50.9% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.3%, while criminal damage and arson made up 10.2% of the total. The area’s crime mix contrasts sharply with the UK’s broader distribution, where property crimes typically outweigh violent offences. This disparity may stem from local factors such as the built-up area’s proximity to Wrexham’s urban zones, which could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: as nights draw in and the academic year begins, the community may experience increased pressures on social services and policing resources. However, the overall rate remains lower than the UK’s most high-risk areas, suggesting that while challenges persist, the built-up area’s crime profile is not uniquely severe. The persistence of violent crime above the UK average, however, indicates a need for targeted interventions in specific hotspots or demographics.

September 2024 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with vehicle crime, shoplifting, and burglary each surging by 100% from zero to one incident, suggesting isolated spikes or new vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by two-thirds, potentially linked to the start of the academic term reducing late-night disturbances. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 68% above the UK average, while drug-related crimes were 150% above the national benchmark. This contrast with other theft categories, which were below the UK average, hints at a combination of local demographics and crime drivers. The reduction in anti-social behaviour—down 35.7% from 14 to 9 incidents—may reflect increased community engagement or policing efforts during the month, though the absence of data on initiatives means this remains speculative.

The crime rate in Acrefair and Cefn-mawr dropped by 21.3% in September 2024 compared to the previous month, falling from 10.9 to 8.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a shift in local dynamics. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the community experienced roughly two crimes per day during the month, a figure that reflects the density of incidents over a 30-day period. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 116 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents within a relatively small community. This rate is higher than the UK average, which may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s proximity to Wrexham’s urban core or seasonal transitions affecting community activity. The drop from the prior month could align with the return to structured routines following the summer holidays, though the persistence of violent crime above the UK average indicates ongoing challenges in specific areas of the built-up area.