Wrexham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 138,245, the 1,074 crimes recorded in Wrexham during November 2025 translate to 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 6.8% above the UK average of 7.3. This volume equates to roughly one reported crime for every 129 residents over the course of the month, highlighting the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark focus on violent and disorderly conduct, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 40.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.9%) and shoplifting (11.9%). These figures align with seasonal patterns in November, when extended darkness and the convergence of Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may likely contribute to heightened tensions and opportunistic behaviour. The prominence of violence and sexual offences, which are 25% above the UK average, suggests a combination of local demographics and environmental factors, such as the proximity of Wrexham to larger urban centres or the presence of transient populations. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates — 43% above the UK average — may partly reflect the impact of high-street retail activity during the festive shopping period. These trends underscore the need for targeted policing strategies that address both immediate public safety concerns and broader systemic issues.

November 2025 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery tripling from one to three incidents — a 200% increase — and possession of weapons rising by 57.1% to 11 cases. Other theft also rose by 24.1%, reaching 72 incidents, which may indicate a shift in criminal focus towards property-related offences. In contrast, theft from the person fell by 50%, from two to one incident, and bicycle theft decreased by 20%, from five to four, suggesting some success in addressing these specific issues. The crime mix in Wrexham reveals a pronounced imbalance compared to the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 25% above the national average, while shoplifting is 43% higher, and criminal damage and arson are 51% above. Conversely, vehicle crime is 50% below the UK average, and burglary is 67% lower, potentially reflecting Wrexham’s lower density of vehicle-centric infrastructure or stronger community engagement in preventing such crimes. These disparities highlight the importance of tailoring local policing efforts to the unique dynamics of Wrexham, where high-street retail and seasonal events appear to drive certain types of criminal activity more than others.

The crime rate in Wrexham for November 2025 (7.8 per 1,000 residents) marked a slight decline from the previous month’s rate of 8.0, a 2.4% reduction. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 36 crimes per day — a figure that, while concerning, provides residents with a concrete benchmark for understanding the frequency of criminal activity in their communities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 129 residents, a statistic that contextualises the impact of crime on a population scale. For a town with a population of 138,245, this means that a resident has a 1-in-129 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime, though this does not account for unreported incidents or the broader social implications of crime. The comparison to the UK average further underscores Wrexham’s position as an area with slightly elevated crime rates, particularly in categories such as violence and shoplifting, which may reflect local socioeconomic factors or the influence of transient populations. However, the significantly lower rates of burglary and vehicle crime suggest that certain aspects of Wrexham’s environment — such as its community cohesion or infrastructure design — may be contributing to a more favourable outcome in these specific areas.