Gresford Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Gresford’s April 2023 crime rate of 0.7 per 1,000 residents places it 90.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting a stark divergence from national trends. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (50.0% of total incidents), followed by other crime (16.7%) and public order offences (16.7%). Despite the prominence of violent crime, its rate remains 88% below the UK average, with 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that while violent incidents are not absent, their frequency is exceptionally low. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the transition to spring—may have influenced patterns, as increased outdoor activity could theoretically raise opportunities for crime. However, the data shows a marked reduction in violent crime compared to the previous month, which may reflect temporary factors such as holiday-related community vigilance or reduced public gatherings. Gresford’s status as a small built-up area within Wrexham likely contributes to its low crime rates, with limited urban density and potential community-driven deterrents playing a role. The absence of significant property crime (only 1 incident) further reinforces the area’s safety profile, though this may be due to the small overall number of incidents rather than an inherent lack of property-related risks. These figures illustrate a community where crime is not only rare but also lower than the national average, offering a contrast to the typical challenges faced by larger urban centres.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift was a 66.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 9 to 3 incidents. This category remains 88% below the UK average, with a rate of 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.6 per 1,000. Concurrently, other crime saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 1 incident—a rare uptick in a generally stable category. The shift in crime mix highlights a move toward non-violent offences. For residents, the 90.7% gap between Gresford’s rate and the UK average offers reassurance, with violent crime being the most significant concern. The seasonal context of April—Easter and spring weather—may have influenced patterns, though the data suggests that factors such as community engagement or local infrastructure could also play a role in sustaining low crime levels.

Gresford's crime rate in April 2023 fell to 0.7 per 1,000 residents, a 68.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.1. This sharp decline places the area among the UK’s safest locales, with crime levels 90.7% below the national average. Daily crime context shows that, on average, no crimes were reported per day in April—a stark contrast to the typical monthly exposure of one crime per 1,529 residents. This low frequency aligns with Gresford’s status as a small, built-up area within Wrexham, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. The population-scaled perspective further underscores the rarity of incidents: over the course of April, only one crime occurred for every 1,529 residents, reflecting a level of safety that outpaces most UK regions. While such figures are inherently low, they suggest a consistent pattern of minimal criminal activity, potentially reinforced by local initiatives or environmental factors that deter offenders.