Rural Wrexham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Rural Wrexham during July 2023, accounting for 46.3% of all reported crimes—nearly half of the total. This category, with a rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, was 6% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, reflecting a trend that has persisted in this built-up rural area. The overall crime rate for the month was 5.5 per 1,000, a figure that is 33.7% lower than the UK’s national average of 8.3 per 1,000, indicating a relatively safe environment compared to other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common crime type, with 11 incidents reported, and criminal damage and arson making up 10% of the total. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in tourism—likely contributed to some of these patterns, though the dominance of violent crimes over property-related offences is noteworthy. This imbalance may be influenced by the area’s character as a rural built-up zone, where social interactions and community dynamics differ from urban centres. The relatively low rate of property crimes, such as burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), further supports the idea that this area experiences fewer economic-driven crimes compared to more densely populated regions. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime—despite its low absolute numbers—suggests that seasonal tourism and outdoor events may be creating new vulnerabilities that require attention. These findings illustrate a community where violent crime remains a priority concern, even as broader crime rates remain well below national averages.

July 2023 saw significant month-on-month changes in crime trends within Rural Wrexham. Vehicle crime surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents, likely linked to increased summer tourism and outdoor events. Burglary also doubled, with two reported cases, while 'other crime' increased by two-thirds, though the nature of these incidents remains unspecified. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 45%, from 20 to 11 cases, and shoplifting fell by 44.4%, possibly due to heightened police presence or seasonal shifts in retail activity. Violent crimes remained 6% below the UK average, with a rate of 2.6 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour was 44% below the national average. These figures highlight a combination of local policing efforts and seasonal factors, with the latter appearing to have a measurable impact on certain crime categories. Residents may find the 45% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly reassuring, though the spike in vehicle crime warrants continued attention.

The crime rate in Rural Wrexham for July 2023 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.7% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This small but consistent reduction suggests a stabilising trend in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a built-up rural setting. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic underscores the relative safety of Rural Wrexham compared to other parts of the country, though the population scale—14,474 residents—means even small fluctuations in crime numbers can have local significance. The decrease in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, combined with the rise in vehicle crime, illustrates the dynamic nature of crime in this area, which may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased tourism during the summer months.