Crime Statistics

Gwersyllt Crime Rate

+1.5%year-over-year

Crime is stable and LOW in Gwersyllt

Gwersyllt's crime rate is 79.2 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 81/100. View local crime statistics.

Overall Crime Rate

79.2
Crimes per 1,000 people
stable trend

Property Crime Rate

20.6
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Gwersyllt Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:79.2vs 93.4 UK avg
-14.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:20.6vs 33.2 UK avg
-12.6 per 1,000 people

Gwersyllt's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average

Based on population of 9,402 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Gwersyllt

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Gwersyllt
Overall Crime Rate79.2 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate20.6 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score81 out of 100
Population9,402
Trendstable
Comparisonsignificantly lower than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Gwersyllt
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Violence and sexual offences30932.941%
Anti-social behaviour18019.124%
Criminal damage and arson596.38%
Shoplifting464.96%
Other theft414.46%
Public order333.54%
Vehicle crime313.34%
Other crime141.52%
Burglary141.52%
Drugs111.21%
Possession of weapons40.41%
Robbery20.20%
Bicycle theft10.10%

About Gwersyllt

Gwersyllt, with a population of 9,402, records an overall crime rate of 79.2 per 1,000 people per year. This figure is lower than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area holds a commendable safety score of 81 out of 100, which is above the national average safety score of 78/100, indicating a comparatively safer environment. Over the past year, crime in Gwersyllt has remained stable, showing a minor increase of 1.5%. This stability suggests consistent local conditions, providing a solid foundation for understanding the specific crime types and trends within this built-up area.

Gwersyllt Safety Score

81
Safe
Safety Score out of 100

Gwersyllt has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).

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Most Common Crimes in Gwersyllt

#1

Violence and sexual offences

Percentage:41%
Per 1,000:32.9
Total:309
#2

Anti-social behaviour

Percentage:24%
Per 1,000:19.1
Total:180
#3

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:8%
Per 1,000:6.3
Total:59
#4

Shoplifting

Percentage:6%
Per 1,000:4.9
Total:46
#5

Other theft

Percentage:6%
Per 1,000:4.4
Total:41

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Crime Breakdown in Gwersyllt

In Gwersyllt, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, with 309 incidents, making up 41.5% of all recorded crimes at a rate of 32.9 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 180 offences, accounting for 24.2% of the total and a rate of 19.1 per 1,000. Criminal damage and arson ranks as the third highest crime, with 59 reported incidents, comprising 7.9% of all crimes at 6.3 per 1,000. Property-related crime, which includes burglary, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, other theft, robbery, and shoplifting, stands at a combined rate of 20.6 per 1,000 people per year. This is significantly lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. This encompasses 14 burglaries, 59 criminal damage and arson cases, 1 bicycle theft, 31 vehicle crimes, 41 other thefts, 2 robberies, and 46 shoplifting incidents. These figures highlight the specific areas where residents and homeowners should focus their security considerations.

Crime Types Breakdown

Violence and sexual offences
309 incidents (32.9 per 1,000)
Anti-social behaviour
180 incidents (19.1 per 1,000)
Criminal damage and arson
59 incidents (6.3 per 1,000)
Shoplifting
46 incidents (4.9 per 1,000)
Other theft
41 incidents (4.4 per 1,000)
Public order
33 incidents (3.5 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
31 incidents (3.3 per 1,000)
Other crime
14 incidents (1.5 per 1,000)
Burglary
14 incidents (1.5 per 1,000)
Drugs
11 incidents (1.2 per 1,000)
Possession of weapons
4 incidents (0.4 per 1,000)
Robbery
2 incidents (0.2 per 1,000)
Bicycle theft
1 incidents (0.1 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

↑ 22.2% change(over 12 months)
Gwersyllt
UK Average

Compare Gwersyllt with similar populations

Gwersyllt has a 15.2% lower crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends in Gwersyllt

Gwersyllt has experienced a stable crime trend over the past year, with a 1.5% increase year-over-year. Analysing the monthly crime rate per 1,000 residents reveals some fluctuations. The rate started at 5.4 in October 2024, saw a peak in December 2024 at 8.3, and then a dip to 5.1 in February 2025. There was a rise in March to 7.3, followed by a lower rate of 4.7 in April. The summer months saw some variation, reaching 8.0 in July, before declining to 6.6 in September 2025. This pattern suggests seasonal variations, with crime rates generally lower in the spring and late summer, but overall stability for the year.

When Do Crimes Happen in Gwersyllt?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Gwersyllt's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Gwersyllt?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Theft42%
Other34%
Vehicle Crime17%
Burglary7%
Violence0%

Morning hours see elevated theft and other crimes, with some vehicle and burglary offences.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Theft49%
Other32%
Burglary12%
Vehicle Crime6%
Violence0%

Afternoon crime peaks with theft and other offences, alongside notable burglary activity.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Other56%
Theft17%
Vehicle Crime17%
Burglary10%
Violence0%

Evenings show a significant rise in other crime types, with theft and vehicle crime also present.

Night

12am - 6am

Vehicle Crime42%
Other38%
Burglary12%
Theft8%
Violence0%

Night-time crime is characterised by vehicle crime, other offences, and increased burglary.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Gwersyllt's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Gwersyllt, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Time Patterns of Crime in Gwersyllt

Crime patterns in Gwersyllt show distinct variations throughout the day. During the morning (6am-12pm), theft is highly prevalent, making up 42% of crimes, followed by vehicle crime at 17% and other offences at 34%. In the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the dominant offence at 49%, with other offences at 32% and burglary at 12%. The evening hours (6pm-12am) see a significant increase in other crime types, reaching 56%, while theft drops to 17% and vehicle crime is also at 17%. Night-time (12am-6am) is characterised by a rise in vehicle crime at 42%, other offences at 38%, and burglary at 12%. These patterns indicate that while theft is prominent during daylight, vehicle crime and other offences become more significant overnight.

Crime Rates Near Wrexham

Liverpool

23.7 miles

134.9
per 1,000
Very High Risk

Denbighshire

13.7 miles

113.6
per 1,000
High Risk

Halton

22.7 miles

93.7
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

Flintshire

12.0 miles

79.1
per 1,000
Low Risk

Wirral

21.1 miles

79.0
per 1,000
Low Risk

Cheshire West and Chester

14.6 miles

70.6
per 1,000
Low Risk

Crime Rate Risk Levels

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Moderate
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Very High

Explore Nearby Areas

Tanyfron

1.5 miles

0.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Bradley (Wrexham)

0.6 miles

16.2
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Brynteg (Wrexham)

1.1 miles

76.0
per 1,000
Low Risk

Llay

1.9 miles

77.0
per 1,000
Low Risk

Police Response Times in Gwersyllt

How quickly do police respond to emergencies?

Grade 1 (Immediate)

Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.

Grade 2 (Priority)

Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.

Grade 1 - Immediate

Emergency Response

N/AActual
Actual
N/A
Target
15 min
UK Average
15 min

Grade 2 - Priority

Priority Response

N/AActual
Actual
N/A
Target
1h
UK Average
1h

Active Officers

1,736

Each = 500 officers

Police Stations

Pending

Station count data is being collected

Why Response Time Matters

The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.

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Source: FOI Request

How Does Gwersyllt Compare?

Swanage

46.9
crimes per 1,000 people
40.8% safer than Gwersyllt

Ledbury

58.9
crimes per 1,000 people
25.6% safer than Gwersyllt

Irthlingborough

76.9
crimes per 1,000 people
2.9% safer than Gwersyllt

Ashbourne

65.3
crimes per 1,000 people
17.6% safer than Gwersyllt

Nearby Areas Comparison

To understand Gwersyllt's crime landscape in context, it's useful to compare it with neighbouring areas. Bradley (Wrexham), Brynteg (Wrexham), Tanyfron, and Llay are all nearby urban settlements within the Wrexham local authority. While specific crime figures for these areas are not detailed here, considering Gwersyllt alongside its neighbours helps residents and prospective movers assess its relative safety and crime patterns within the immediate region. This comparison provides valuable regional context for local safety dynamics.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Gwersyllt

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Gwersyllt. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.uk — Crime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National Statistics — Population statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home Office — Nationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI Requests — Additional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.
Police.ukONSHome OfficeFOI

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months

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