Crime Statistics

Pentre Maelor Crime Rate

+8.6%year-over-year

Crime is increasing and HIGH in Pentre Maelor

Pentre Maelor's crime rate is 114.5 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 69/100. View local crime statistics.

Overall Crime Rate

114.5
Crimes per 1,000 people
increasing trend

Property Crime Rate

20.3
Property crimes per 1,000 people
Includes burglary, theft, vandalism

How Pentre Maelor Compares to UK Average

Overall Crime:114.5vs 93.4 UK avg
+21.1 per 1,000 people
Property Crime:20.3vs 33.2 UK avg
-12.9 per 1,000 people

Pentre Maelor's crime rate is significantly higher than UK average

Based on population of 2,655 over 12 months

Crime Statistics Summary for Pentre Maelor

Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.

Crime rates per 1,000 people in Pentre Maelor
Overall Crime Rate114.5 per 1,000 people
Property Crime Rate20.3 per 1,000 people
UK Average Crime Rate93.4 per 1,000 people
UK Average Property Crime Rate33.2 per 1,000 people
Safety Score69 out of 100
Population2,655
Trendincreasing
Comparisonsignificantly higher than UK average
Crime Breakdown by Type in Pentre Maelor
Crime TypeTotal CountPer 1,000 PeoplePercentage of Total
Violence and sexual offences16762.955%
Anti-social behaviour2810.69%
Other crime269.89%
Criminal damage and arson176.46%
Public order176.46%
Other theft1665%
Drugs103.83%
Vehicle crime833%
Burglary72.62%
Robbery20.81%
Possession of weapons20.81%
Theft from the person20.81%
Bicycle theft20.81%

About Pentre Maelor

Pentre Maelor, with a population of 2,655, records an overall crime rate of 114.5 per 1,000 people per year. This figure is higher than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area holds a safety score of 69 out of 100, which is below the national average safety score of 78/100, suggesting a more challenging safety landscape. Over the past year, crime in Pentre Maelor has been increasing, with an 8.6% rise year-over-year. This upward trend suggests a need for residents to be aware of evolving local crime patterns and to consider appropriate preventative measures.

Pentre Maelor Safety Score

69
Moderate
Safety Score out of 100

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Most Common Crimes in Pentre Maelor

#1

Violence and sexual offences

Percentage:55%
Per 1,000:62.9
Total:167
#2

Anti-social behaviour

Percentage:9%
Per 1,000:10.6
Total:28
#3

Other crime

Percentage:9%
Per 1,000:9.8
Total:26
#4

Criminal damage and arson

Percentage:6%
Per 1,000:6.4
Total:17
#5

Public order

Percentage:6%
Per 1,000:6.4
Total:17

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Crime Breakdown in Pentre Maelor

In Pentre Maelor, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, with 167 incidents, making up 54.9% of all recorded crimes at a rate of 62.9 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 28 offences, accounting for 9.2% of the total and a rate of 10.6 per 1,000. Other crime ranks as the third highest crime, with 26 reported incidents, comprising 8.6% of all crimes at 9.8 per 1,000. Property-related crime, which includes burglary, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, other theft, robbery, and shoplifting, stands at a combined rate of 20.3 per 1,000 people per year. This is significantly lower than the UK average property crime rate of 33.2 per 1,000. This encompasses 7 burglaries, 2 thefts from the person, 17 criminal damage and arson cases, 2 bicycle thefts, 8 vehicle crimes, 16 other thefts, and 2 robberies. These figures highlight the specific areas where residents and homeowners should focus their security considerations.

Crime Types Breakdown

Violence and sexual offences
167 incidents (62.9 per 1,000)
Anti-social behaviour
28 incidents (10.6 per 1,000)
Other crime
26 incidents (9.8 per 1,000)
Criminal damage and arson
17 incidents (6.4 per 1,000)
Public order
17 incidents (6.4 per 1,000)
Other theft
16 incidents (6 per 1,000)
Drugs
10 incidents (3.8 per 1,000)
Vehicle crime
8 incidents (3 per 1,000)
Burglary
7 incidents (2.6 per 1,000)
Robbery
2 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Possession of weapons
2 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Theft from the person
2 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)
Bicycle theft
2 incidents (0.8 per 1,000)

Crime Rate Trend

↑ 93.3% change(over 12 months)
Pentre Maelor
UK Average

Compare Pentre Maelor with similar populations

Pentre Maelor has a 22.6% higher crime rate than the UK average.

Crime Trends in Pentre Maelor

Pentre Maelor has experienced an increasing crime trend over the past year, with an 8.6% rise year-over-year. Analysing the monthly crime rate per 1,000 residents reveals some fluctuations. The rate started at 4.5 in October 2024, saw a peak to 13.2 in February 2025, and then a dip to 7.9 in April. Following this, the rate saw some variation, generally staying between 9.0 and 13.9 during the summer months and settling at 8.7 in September 2025. This pattern suggests seasonal variations, with crime rates generally lower in the early part of the year, but an overall upward trend for the year.

When Do Crimes Happen in Pentre Maelor?

Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.

Simulated Data

This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Pentre Maelor's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.

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What Types of Crime Happen When in Pentre Maelor?

Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.

Based on Crime-Type Weighted Model

Morning

6am - 12pm

Theft50%
Other31%
Vehicle Crime11%
Burglary9%
Violence0%

Morning hours see a prevalence of theft and other crimes, with some vehicle and burglary offences.

Afternoon

12pm - 6pm

Theft52%
Other28%
Burglary16%
Vehicle Crime4%
Violence0%

Afternoon crime peaks with theft and other offences, alongside notable burglary activity.

Evening

6pm - 12am

Other52%
Theft23%
Burglary14%
Vehicle Crime11%
Violence0%

Evenings show a significant rise in other crime types, with theft and burglary also present.

Night

12am - 6am

Other37%
Vehicle Crime31%
Burglary20%
Theft12%
Violence0%

Night-time crime is characterised by vehicle crime, other offences, and increased burglary.

Simulated Data - Crime-Type Weighted Model

These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Pentre Maelor's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Pentre Maelor, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.

Time Patterns of Crime in Pentre Maelor

Crime patterns in Pentre Maelor show distinct variations throughout the day. During the morning (6am-12pm), theft is most prevalent at 50%, followed by other offences at 31% and vehicle crime at 11%. In the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains highest at 52%, with other offences at 28% and burglary significantly higher at 16%. The evening hours (6pm-12am) see a substantial increase in other crime types, reaching 52%, while theft drops to 23% and burglary is at 14%. Night-time (12am-6am) is characterised by a rise in vehicle crime at 31%, other offences at 37%, and burglary at 20%. These patterns indicate that theft and other crime types are prominent during daylight, with vehicle crime and burglary becoming more significant overnight.

Crime Rates Near Wrexham

Denbighshire

18.0 miles

113.6
per 1,000
High Risk

Halton

22.3 miles

93.7
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

Newcastle-under-Lyme

24.9 miles

82.2
per 1,000
Moderate Risk

Flintshire

16.0 miles

79.1
per 1,000
Low Risk

Wirral

23.7 miles

79.0
per 1,000
Low Risk

Cheshire West and Chester

12.3 miles

70.6
per 1,000
Low Risk

Crime Rate Risk Levels

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Explore Nearby Areas

Holt (Wrexham)

3.0 miles

33.0
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Bangor-on-Dee

2.8 miles

34.6
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Marchwiel

1.8 miles

49.6
per 1,000
Very Low Risk

Wrexham

2.7 miles

147.0
per 1,000
Very High Risk

Police Response Times in Pentre Maelor

How quickly do police respond to emergencies?

Grade 1 (Immediate)

Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.

Grade 2 (Priority)

Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.

Grade 1 - Immediate

Emergency Response

N/AActual
Actual
N/A
Target
15 min
UK Average
15 min

Grade 2 - Priority

Priority Response

N/AActual
Actual
N/A
Target
1h
UK Average
1h

Active Officers

1,736

Each = 500 officers

Police Stations

Pending

Station count data is being collected

Why Response Time Matters

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Source: FOI Request

How Does Pentre Maelor Compare?

Creigiau

61.7
crimes per 1,000 people
46.1% safer than Pentre Maelor

Tonna

33.6
crimes per 1,000 people
70.7% safer than Pentre Maelor

Farndon (Cheshire West and Chester)

24.2
crimes per 1,000 people
78.9% safer than Pentre Maelor

Burry Port

51.7
crimes per 1,000 people
54.8% safer than Pentre Maelor

Nearby Areas Comparison

To understand Pentre Maelor's crime landscape in context, it's useful to compare it with neighbouring areas. Marchwiel, Wrexham, Bangor-on-Dee, and Holt (Wrexham) are all nearby urban settlements. While specific crime figures for these areas are not detailed here, considering Pentre Maelor alongside its neighbours helps residents and prospective movers assess its relative safety and crime patterns within the immediate region. This comparison provides valuable regional context for local safety dynamics.

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Protecting Your Property in Pentre Maelor

With Pentre Maelor's property crime rate at 20.3 per 1,000 people per year, which is significantly lower than the UK average, proactive home security remains important. Traditional CCTV systems often only provide footage after a burglary, rather than preventing it. For superior protection, an AI-powered home security operating system like scOS offers a proactive solution. It detects threats at your property boundary, stopping crime before it happens. Unlike reactive DIY setups, scOS intervenes in real-time, utilising multi-camera intelligence to monitor all areas simultaneously. Its pattern learning capabilities differentiate between family routines and genuine threats, ensuring you're only alerted when necessary. This professional-grade deterrence makes properties significantly less appealing to potential intruders, who often move on within 60 seconds of encountering such visible and intelligent security.

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Understanding Our Data

How we source and verify crime information for Pentre Maelor

4,392+
Areas Covered
19M+
Crime Records
100%
Official Sources

Understanding the Calculations

The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Pentre Maelor. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.

Our Information

All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.

Formula Used

Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000

Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:

  • Police.uk — Crime records from territorial police forces across England and Wales (43 total)
  • Office for National Statistics — Population statistics and the Crime Survey for England and Wales
  • Home Office — Nationwide crime data and official policy records
  • FOI Requests — Additional statistics obtained via formal requests to police services
Our system covers 4,392+ areas across England and Wales, including major urban centers, towns, and administrative regions. Data for Greater Manchester is currently unavailable. We refresh statistics immediately when official sources publish updates (generally every 8 weeks) and maintain archives for historical analysis.
Police.ukONSHome OfficeFOI

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Last updated: September 2025

New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months

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