Gresford Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Gresford's built-up area within Wrexham recorded a crime rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, placing it 81.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national statistics reflects the area's unique characteristics as a small, low-density urban environment with limited commercial activity outside of core retail hubs. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 53.9% of reported incidents, though this category remains 69% below the UK average. Property crimes, including criminal damage and arson, made up 30.8% of total incidents, a figure that may be influenced by the area's seasonal context—January's post-holiday period typically sees reduced foot traffic and fewer opportunities for retail-related crimes. The low overall crime rate aligns with Gresford's status as a largely residential community with limited nightlife and commercial infrastructure. Seasonal factors such as shorter days and reduced retail activity likely contribute to the lower frequency of outdoor crimes, though this connection remains a tentative observation. The area's crime profile illustrates a balance between the vulnerabilities of small communities and the protective effects of close-knit social networks, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 75% from December 2023, rising from 4 to 7 incidents. This increase, though still significantly below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlights a concerning shift in crime dynamics. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped 83.3% (from 6 to 1), reflecting a marked improvement in community conduct. Bicycle theft saw a 100% increase, jumping from 0 to 1 incident, a figure that may relate to seasonal factors or specific local events. Gresford's violent crime rate remains 69% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. For residents, the 83.3% decline in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible reassurance of improved public safety in key areas.

Gresford's crime rate in January 2024 (1.4 per 1,000 residents) marked an 18.4% decrease from December 2023's 1.7 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend. This reduction aligns with the area's historically low crime profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime statistics show an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, reflecting the sparse nature of incidents. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for every 706 residents, a figure that underscores the rarity of crime in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 9,172, this means fewer than one in 700 residents experienced a crime, a statistic that contrasts sharply with the UK's much higher exposure rates. The low frequency of incidents suggests that Gresford's small, tightly-knit community may contribute to a collective vigilance that deters crime.