Gresford Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Gresford, 2.2 crimes were reported in October 2024 — a figure that is 72.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective illustrates that daily life in the area remains relatively safe, though the month’s data reveals notable shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35% of all incidents, followed by other theft (20%) and anti-social behaviour (15%). These figures align with the area’s character as a small built-up community, where violent crime is likely influenced by local social dynamics and seasonal factors such as darker evenings. The UK-wide comparison highlights Gresford’s position as a low-crime area, with rates for violence, theft, and anti-social behaviour all significantly below national averages. October’s seasonal context — including the clocks going back and Halloween — may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour, though the overall crime rate remains firmly below the UK average. The balance between property and violent crime also reflects the area’s profile, with property-related incidents (8 total) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (7 total), a trend consistent with urban centres where theft and disorder are more prevalent than serious violence. While the month-on-month surge in certain categories raises questions, the broader picture remains one of relative safety, with Gresford’s crime profile underscoring the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement in maintaining low rates.

October saw sharp rises in anti-social behaviour (+200%), other theft (+100%), and shoplifting (+100%), reflecting a shift in the crime mix. While violent crime (7 incidents) and property crime (8 incidents) remained the largest categories, the rate of violence and sexual offences (0.8 per 1,000) was 70% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Other theft, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 29% below the UK rate of 0.6 per 1,000, suggesting a generally lower incidence of property-related crimes in Gresford. These figures contrast with the UK’s higher rates, particularly in anti-social behaviour, which was 77% below the national average. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting may signal heightened activity in local retail areas, though the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks.

In October 2024, Gresford recorded a crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a significant increase from the previous month’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 — a 296.4% rise. This shift suggests a marked uptick in local activity. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one crime for roughly every 459 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Gresford compared to the UK as a whole. While this rate is lower than the national average, the month-on-month surge underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. The local context — a built-up area within Wrexham — likely influences these patterns, with seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween potentially contributing to the increase in reported incidents.