Gwersyllt Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 9,402 residents, 67 crimes reported in October 2023 equate to 7.1 crimes per 1,000 people — a figure 11.3% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 140 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that contextualises the volume of incidents in relation to the local population. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (32.8%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These patterns align with seasonal factors: darker evenings following the clocks going back, and Halloween-related activity potentially influencing anti-social behaviour rates. The lower-than-average overall crime rate contrasts with the significant spike in anti-social behaviour, which was 80% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests that while Gwersyllt maintains a generally safer profile than the UK average, specific local dynamics — such as community tensions or concentrated social activity in certain areas — may be contributing to elevated levels of anti-social conduct. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (42% below UK average) and shoplifting (66% below) could reflect the area's character as a built-up area within Wrexham, where retail presence might be less concentrated than in larger urban centres.

October 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and drug-related crimes doubling (from 0 to 2). This contrasts with a 77.8% decline in shoplifting, which fell from 9 to 2 incidents — a shift likely influenced by Halloween preparations and seasonal retail activity. Violence and sexual offences also decreased by 23.3%, from 30 to 23, though this remains the largest single category at 34.3% of total crimes. The rise in anti-social behaviour (80% above UK average) stands out as a significant concern, with 22 incidents reported — more than double the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This category's prominence may be linked to the area's built-up nature and the potential for concentrated social interactions during darker evenings. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (42% below UK average) and burglary (12% below) both remained well below national levels, suggesting that local infrastructure or policing strategies may be effectively mitigating these risks. For residents, the 200% increase in burglary is a clear indicator to review home security measures, particularly as the month transitions into the colder season.

The crime rate in October 2023 (7.1 per 1,000) represents an 11.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.1 per 1,000, indicating a notable downward trend over the past two months. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in Gwersyllt — a figure that, while seemingly small, underscores the cumulative impact of incidents over time. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure of 1 crime per 140 residents provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. This population-scaled perspective highlights that Gwersyllt's crime profile is relatively benign compared to national trends, despite the spikes in anti-social behaviour and burglary. The 11.3% gap from the UK average is particularly striking when considering the area's status as a built-up zone within Wrexham, where higher population density might typically correlate with elevated crime rates. This suggests that local factors — such as community engagement, policing effectiveness, or socioeconomic conditions — may be playing a role in maintaining lower-than-expected levels of crime. However, the 80% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average indicates that certain challenges remain, requiring targeted interventions to address specific local pressures.