Wrexham Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Wrexham recorded 1,272 reported crimes across its population of 138,245 residents, equating to a crime rate of 9.2 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 22.7% above the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, marking a persistent challenge for local authorities. The crime profile reveals a clear dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 37.7% of all incidents (480 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.2% (231 cases). These two categories alone make up over half of all reported crimes, suggesting a combination of community safety and policing priorities. Seasonal factors may have contributed to this pattern, with the dark evenings of November potentially exacerbating incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. The month also saw a notable increase in shoplifting (135 cases) and criminal damage (148 cases), both of which are significantly above UK averages by 82% and 86% respectively. This spike in property-related crimes could be linked to the shopping season, with Black Friday likely driving retail theft. However, the area also recorded some positive trends, with public order offences falling by 32.2% compared to the previous month and other thefts remaining 19% below the UK average. These variations highlight the need for a nuanced approach to crime prevention, balancing targeted interventions with broader community engagement strategies.

November 2023 saw a dramatic 500% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 6 reported incidents. This spike, while small in absolute terms, highlights a significant shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 65.2% compared to October, reflecting a 15-incident increase to 38 total cases. This growth may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased nighttime activity during the darker evenings of November. Conversely, drug-related offences fell sharply by 55.6%, dropping from 36 to 16 cases, suggesting a possible reduction in illicit activity or improved policing focus in this area. The crime mix in Wrexham remains heavily skewed towards violence and anti-social behaviour, which together account for 55.9% of all reported crimes. Violent crimes alone are 35% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 62% above the national benchmark, indicating a need for targeted interventions in these categories.

Wrexham's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 3.8% compared to the previous month, dropping from 9.6 to 9.2 per 1,000 residents. This slight decline contrasts with the overall rate remaining 22.7% above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 42 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 109 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that provides context for the scale of incidents in relation to the population of 138,245. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the 1,272 total crimes represent a significant burden, particularly given the area's mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. While the monthly rate has decreased slightly, the absolute number of crimes remains high, suggesting that underlying factors such as economic pressures or seasonal influences may still be at play.