Rhosllannerchrugog Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Rhosllannerchrugog’s crime profile in February 2026, accounting for 26.5% of all reported crimes. With 18 incidents recorded, this category remained the largest contributor to the area’s overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents—6.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. The seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, likely contributed to the 45.5% month-on-month decline in violence and sexual offences, though this drop must be viewed alongside broader patterns. Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) and other theft (8 incidents) emerged as notable contributors, with the former 54% above the UK average and the latter 67% above. This disparity highlights potential local factors, such as community dynamics or policing strategies, that may be influencing crime distribution. Vehicle crime (7 incidents) and burglary (4 incidents) also rose compared to January, suggesting shifting criminal priorities. The area’s built-up character within Wrexham may explain the relatively low overall rate, as urban centres often benefit from higher visibility and community engagement. The UK comparison reinforces that Rhosllannerchrugog’s crime profile is consistently lower than national averages, a trend that may reflect both geographic and demographic characteristics unique to the area.

February 2026 marked a 45.5% drop in violence and sexual offences, from 33 to 18, the largest single-category decrease. This decline, combined with an 83.3% fall in shoplifting (6 to 1), suggests seasonal factors—such as reduced foot traffic during winter—may have curtailed opportunities for these crimes. Conversely, other theft rose 60% (5 to 8), vehicle crime increased 40% (5 to 7), and burglary climbed 33.3% (3 to 4), indicating shifting patterns in criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) was 54% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect local community dynamics or policing priorities. For residents, the 83.3% reduction in shoplifting could signal improved security measures or fewer retail opportunities during the month.

Rhosllannerchrugog's crime rate in February 2026 fell to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 22.8% decrease from 7.8 per 1,000 in January. This marks the lowest monthly rate since at least 2023, reflecting a sustained decline in reported crime. Locally, this translates to roughly 2 crimes per day across the built-up area’s 11,317 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 166 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for households and businesses. The population-scaled perspective reveals a stark contrast to the previous month: with 68 crimes in February versus 86 in January, the drop aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, where reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may limit opportunities for certain offences. However, the persistent gap between local and UK averages—Rhosllannerchrugog remains 6.3% below the UK rate—suggests structural factors, such as community policing efforts or demographic characteristics, may be contributing to this trend.