Wrexham Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wrexham's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 12.3% above the UK average of 8.1. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and national trends, with the area's crime profile dominated by violent and anti-social incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and criminal damage (10.1%). These patterns are consistent with Wrexham's status as a mixed urban and semi-rural district, where high-density areas contribute to public order issues and commercial centres see persistent property crime. August, a peak holiday month, may have influenced some trends—empty homes during the summer could have increased burglary risks. Conversely, the sharp decline in shoplifting by 31.9% suggests that targeted interventions or seasonal shifts in retail activity may have had an impact. The area's violent crime rate, 3.3 per 1,000 residents, is 15% above the UK average, pointing to ongoing challenges in reducing aggression and sexual violence. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.0 per 1,000, remains a significant concern, 37% above the national average. This suggests that local factors, such as community dynamics or policing strategies, may play a role in these disparities. The high rate of criminal damage (0.9 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6) may be linked to Wrexham's industrial heritage and the presence of older housing stock. These findings highlight the need for tailored approaches to address both immediate safety concerns and underlying structural issues.

August 2025 saw notable decreases in shoplifting and other crime, with the latter falling by 48% compared to the previous month. This drop may reflect improved security measures in retail areas or reduced foot traffic during August's holiday season. Conversely, bicycle theft surged by 250%, rising from 4 to 14 incidents, a spike that could be linked to increased cycling during summer months. Theft from the person also increased by 100%, though this remains a rare occurrence at just 0.2 per 1,000 residents. Violent crime in Wrexham remains 15% above the UK average, with 462 incidents reported. Anti-social behaviour, at 274 cases, is 37% above the national average, highlighting persistent challenges in community cohesion. The sharp contrast between declining shoplifting and rising bicycle theft underscores shifting patterns in property crime, with potential implications for local policing priorities.

Wrexham's crime rate remained stable in August 2025 at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's rate. This consistency suggests no immediate surge or decline in overall criminal activity. Daily crime figures show 40 incidents reported each day on average, a figure that reflects the area's ongoing challenges with public order and violent crime. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 111 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains consistent with prior months. Compared to the UK average, Wrexham's rate is 12.3% higher, but the local context—particularly the mix of urban and semi-rural areas—may explain this gap. The population of 138,245 means that the absolute number of crimes (1,251) is significant, though the rate per capita is only marginally higher than national averages in similar-sized areas. This stability contrasts with the sharp fluctuations seen in specific crime categories, such as bicycle theft, which rose dramatically in August.