Rhosllannerchrugog Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Rhosllannerchrugog's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.4% above the UK average of 7.6. This disparity underscores the area's distinct position within the national crime profile, where local factors likely contribute to the elevated rate. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.1% of all reported incidents—55% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 22.6%, with an 80% gap compared to the national figure, while criminal damage and arson (13.7%) were 111% above the UK average. These patterns align with the area's built-up nature and the seasonal context of November, which includes darker evenings and events such as Bonfire Night. The surge in violent crime may be partly explained by the combination of reduced visibility and heightened community tensions during this time of year. Conversely, shoplifting remained broadly in line with the UK average, with only a 1% difference. The data also reveals a stark contrast between property crime and violent crime: while burglary and other thefts fell significantly, the proportion of violent offences rose sharply, reflecting a shift in the crime mix. This dynamic is consistent with the characteristics of a built-up area, where public spaces and community interactions may amplify the risk of interpersonal violence. The elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggest that localised issues, such as social cohesion challenges or environmental factors, may be exacerbating these trends. As November progresses into December, the continued impact of seasonal events like Black Friday shopping and the approach of Christmas could further influence crime patterns, requiring ongoing monitoring and adaptive policing strategies.

November 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with bicycle theft doubling from zero to two incidents—a 100% increase—while violence and sexual offences rose by 50% to 45 reported cases. This surge in violent crime, which is 55% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, may partly explain the area's elevated overall rate. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson increased by 40%, climbing to 14 incidents—111% above the UK average. These spikes align with seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night, which may have heightened tensions in public spaces. Conversely, burglary and other thefts saw dramatic declines: burglary plummeted 87.5% to one incident, and other theft dropped 83.3% to one case. This reduction in property crime, while welcome, contrasts sharply with the rising rates of violent and anti-social behaviour, which now account for 66.7% of all reported crimes. For residents, the most immediate concern remains the 45 incidents of violence and sexual offences, a figure that highlights the need for targeted community interventions.

Rhosllannerchrugog's crime rate in November 2024 remained stable at 9.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall criminal activity, though deeper analysis reveals significant fluctuations within specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally contextual, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a built-up area with a population of 11,317. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, 1 reported crime occurred for every 111 residents over the course of the month. This ratio, while not directly comparable to national figures, highlights the localised impact of crime on the community. The population context further illustrates that, despite the rate being 18.4% above the UK average, the absolute number of crimes (102) is relatively modest given the area's size. This suggests that while crime is more prevalent than nationally, the scale remains manageable within the built-up area's demographic profile.