Wrexham Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Wrexham's crime profile in May 2024, accounting for 37.4% of all reported crimes. At 9.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, the local authority district's overall crime rate is 15.5% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This pattern reflects a persistent focus on interpersonal crime, with anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also contributing significantly to the total. The seasonal context of May—marked by extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the elevated levels of violent and disorder-related incidents. While property crimes (383 total) remain a concern, they constitute a smaller share of the overall total (28.6%) compared to violent crimes (500 total). The breakdown shows a stark divergence from the UK average for several categories: violence and sexual offences are 27% above the national rate, anti-social behaviour is 45% higher, and criminal damage and arson are 77% above the UK average. These figures suggest a unique local challenge, potentially linked to Wrexham's mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where community tensions and transient populations may intersect. The rise in anti-social behaviour could be influenced by the area's proximity to major transport hubs, which often see higher concentrations of transient individuals. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) contrast with the UK average, indicating that certain types of property crime are less prevalent in Wrexham. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions in violent and disorder-related crime, which remain the defining features of the local crime picture.

May 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson rising by 41.0% compared to the previous month, increasing from 105 to 148 incidents. This surge may be linked to the extended daylight hours and increased outdoor activity typical of the season, which could contribute to more incidents of vandalism and arson. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 55.6% (9 to 14 cases), a concerning trend that may reflect broader social tensions or the influence of specific local factors. In contrast, shoplifting decreased by 25.0% (124 to 93 cases), due to increased police visibility or retail security measures during the month. The drop in bicycle theft (4 to 2 cases) and robbery (4 to 2 cases) suggests that targeted efforts in these areas may be yielding results. The crime mix also shows a stark divergence from the UK average: anti-social behaviour is 45% above the national rate, while other crime (36 cases) is 76% higher than the UK average. This indicates that Wrexham faces particular challenges in managing disruptive behaviour and unclassified criminal activity. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the elevated rate of violence and sexual offences, which are 27% above the UK average and represent the largest single category of reported crime. These figures highlight the need for continued focus on community safety initiatives and targeted policing strategies in the area.

Wrexham's crime rate in May 2024 (9.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 10.9% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.7 per 1,000. This rise translates to approximately 43 crimes reported per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of criminal activity in the local authority district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 103 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the scale of the challenge faced by the community. This rate is higher than the UK average, which suggests that Wrexham may require tailored approaches to crime prevention that consider local dynamics. The population context—138,245 residents—means that the impact of these crime rates is felt across a broad demographic, from urban centres to more dispersed settlements. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of the immediate burden on residents, the monthly exposure rate offers a broader perspective on the cumulative effect of criminal activity. For example, the 148 incidents of criminal damage and arson recorded in May equate to roughly 4.8 such incidents per day, a figure that may be particularly burdensome for local businesses and property owners. The comparison with the previous month also reveals a shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour contributing to the overall increase. These figures, when contextualised against the population size, illustrate the need for sustained efforts to address both the frequency and the nature of criminal activity in Wrexham.