Wrexham Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wrexham's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 9.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.7% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marks a notable divergence from the national trend, with the area experiencing a high share of violent crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.1% of total crimes, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 22.2% of all crimes, also well above the UK figure of 1.4 per 1,000. These patterns align with July's seasonal context: a peak summer month characterised by extended daylight hours, school holidays, and a surge in tourism and outdoor events. The high proportion of violent crimes may reflect increased social interactions in public spaces, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Criminal damage and arson also featured prominently at 8.6% of total crimes, again surpassing the UK average. This contrast with the UK's lower rates for property crimes such as burglary (which in Wrexham was 35% below the UK average) suggests a unique local dynamic. While the area's retail and nightlife presence might typically drive shoplifting or theft from the person, these categories were unusually low in July, with bicycle theft and theft from the person both 100% below the UK average. This anomaly could reflect seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during summer holidays or the timing of local festivals. The overall crime profile illustrates a combination of local geography, population demographics, and temporal factors, with violent crime emerging as the most striking deviation from national trends.

July 2024 saw significant month-on-month shifts in Wrexham's crime profile. Theft from the person surged by 150%, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, while vehicle crime doubled from 28 to 56 cases—a 100% increase. Drug-related offences also rose by 35%, from 20 to 27, though this remained below the UK average. Conversely, robbery fell sharply by 60% (from 5 to 2), and burglary decreased by 44.4% (from 45 to 25), both categories now 35% and 44.4% below their respective UK averages. These fluctuations highlight a dynamic crime picture, with some categories aligning with July's seasonal rhythm. For instance, the rise in vehicle crime may correlate with increased traffic during summer festivals or extended parking in public areas. Meanwhile, the sharp drop in robbery could reflect heightened police presence or community initiatives during the month. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type at 22.2% of total incidents, 45% above the UK average—a figure that may partly explain the higher rates of violence and sexual offences. Residents might find the 41 daily crimes reported in July (1282 total over 31 days) a useful benchmark for understanding local crime frequency. This contrasts with the UK's broader context, where Wrexham's violent crime rate is 23% above the national average, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

Wrexham's July 2024 crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 represents a 5.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 9.8 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, may reflect seasonal patterns as the area transitions from peak summer activity to the early stages of the academic year. On a daily basis, Wrexham experienced approximately 41 crimes per day in July—a figure that, while locally contextual, provides a concrete measure of crime frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 108 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the scale of crime relative to population size. When compared to the UK average, Wrexham's overall rate remains 10.7% higher, but this gap narrows in certain categories. For example, vehicle crime in Wrexham was 13% below the UK average, and burglary was 35% below, suggesting that some crime prevention measures may be effective in property-related categories. However, the area's significantly higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour highlight a persistent challenge. With a population of 138,245, Wrexham's crime profile reflects a mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, where the concentration of violent crime in specific areas may outpace the national average. This comparison to the previous month and broader UK data illustrates both the progress made and the areas requiring further attention in Wrexham's ongoing crime management efforts.