Gresford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2024, Gresford’s crime rate stood at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 74.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile, a trend consistent with its status as a built-up area within Wrexham. The breakdown of reported crimes reveals a significant emphasis on violent offences, which accounted for 36.8% of all incidents, compared to 26.3% for property crimes. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, were 71% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour followed closely at 50% below the national rate. These figures may reflect the area’s characteristics, such as its proximity to Wrexham’s urban core and potential community-focused policing efforts. Seasonal context also plays a role: June marks the start of summer, a period when tourism and longer daylight hours could influence crime patterns. For instance, the slight increase in anti-social behaviour might align with more public activity in local spaces, though this remains well below the UK average. Meanwhile, the dominance of violent crime over property crime could indicate local dynamics, such as the presence of high-foot-traffic areas or the impact of social events. However, without further data on specific locations or demographics, these observations remain tentative. The overall picture suggests that Gresford’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its urban setting, seasonal rhythms, and the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories—criminal damage and arson, vehicle crime, and other theft—each doubling compared to May. This 100% increase in these areas may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during summer or heightened activity in public spaces. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 12.5%, from eight to seven, though this remains the largest single category (36.8% of total crimes) and is still 71% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, also remains 50% below the UK rate of 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting that community engagement or local initiatives may be effectively addressing such issues. These trends highlight a combination of rising non-violent crime and stable violent crime levels, offering a nuanced picture of the area’s current safety landscape.

Gresford’s crime rate in June 2024 rose to 2.1 per 1,000 residents, a 58% increase from 1.3 per 1,000 in May. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day across the built-up area, a figure that may resonate with local residents as a tangible measure of monthly exposure. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for every 483 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this community. When compared to the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, Gresford remains significantly safer, with its rate 74.4% below the national level. This disparity suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the area’s lower crime profile. The population context further underscores that even with the month-on-month rise, Gresford’s crime rate remains far below the national benchmark, offering reassurance to residents about the overall safety of their neighbourhood.