The following tables set out the outcome measures for each of the six priorities as set out in the Council Plan (2023-28). Using our performance management framework we assess how well we are doing in delivering our Council Plan for the citizens and communities we serve.

Delivering Efficient Streetscene Services and Decarbonising our Environment
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPEn1Percentage of playground inspections completed on schedule, and actioned appropriatelySustain
CPEn2Reduction in the number of official reports of dog fouling and litteringImprove (decrease)
CPEn3Percentage of reported fly tipping incidents cleared within 5 working daysSustain
CPEn4Average weekly percentage of bins reported as missedSustain
CPEn5Percentage of scheduled highways inspections completed in line with policyImprove (increase)
CPEn6Percentage of the most severe potholes repaired in line with policySustain
CPEn7Percentage country parks / open space inspections completed in line with policy, and actioned accordinglyImprove (increase)
CPEn8Percentage of highway drainage systems inspected in line with agreed scheduleImprove (increase)
CPEn9Reduction in overall carbon emissions or trajectory of reduction in overall carbon emissionImprove (decrease)
CPEn10Percentage of Executive Board and Council reports which contain carbon impact assessmentImprove (increase)
CPEn11Number of Low Carbon Community Carbon Reduction Plans (CRPs)Improve (increase)
CPEn12Reduction in WCBC-owned transport fleet related carbon emissionsImprove (decrease)
CPEn13Reduction in WCBC Emissions from Grey FleetImprove (decrease)
CPEn14Percentage of active travel future routes created (from Active Travel Network Map 2022)Improve (increase)
CPEn15Reduction in energy related carbon from WCBC buildings emissions or trajectory of reduction in energy related carbon emission (including off take from generation)Improve (decrease)
CPEn16Percentage of large and SMEs in our supply change with Carbon Reduction PlansImprove (increase)
CPEn17Reduction in carbon emissions attributed to our supply chainImprove (decrease)
CPEn18Tree canopy coverImprove (increase)
CPEn19Metres-squared of open space managed for the benefit of biodiversityImprove (increase)
CPEn20Reduction in carbon emission from landfill wasteImprove (decrease)
CPEn21Percentage of municipal waste reused, recycling or compostedImprove (increase)
Developing the Economy
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPEc1Investment to support the economy, secured by WCBC from the Growth Deal portfolioSustain
CPEc2Socio-economic value (jobs / finance) of Qualified Investment Outcomes supported by the Business Support ServiceNew work measure
CPEc3Number of businesses accessing council supportImprove (increase)
CPEc4City centre vacancy rateImprove (decrease)
CPEc5Number of empty / under-utilised buildings back in use within 3 years of council interventionImprove (increase)
CPEc6No. of individuals (employees / volunteers) accredited by the Wrexham Ambassador Scheme to support the tourism and hospitality sector in Wrexham County BoroughImprove (increase)
CPEc7No. of job outcomes – Communities for Work PlusSustain;
Ensuring Wrexham is a Fair and Safe Place
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPFs1Percentage of children and young people whose risk of Modern Slavery has been reducedIncrease (where safe and appropriate to do so)
CPFs2Number of events / activities organised/ supported across North East Wales to promote integration between groups and help develop and maintain good community relationsSustain
CPFs3Percentage of customers accessing online services, who feel it is easy to access council services on our websiteSustain
CPFs4Percentage of service requests through self-service rather than mediated telephonyImprove (increase)
CPFs5Reduced variance between groups who share protected characteristics (Equality Act 2010) in comparison with the demography of the County Borough, in the council’s involvement activitiesImprove (decrease variance in the identified protected group)
CPFs6Percentage of households on the Homes For Ukraine and Super Sponsor Schemes supported to move on into longer term sustainable accommodation both in Wrexham and other areas within England and WalesSustain (above Welsh average)
CPFs7Percentage of people resettled under the ARAP and VPRS scheme (adults) accessing employment, training, volunteering or education (other than ESOL)Improve (increase)
CPFs8The increase to our housing stock as a result of new build and acquisitionsSustain
CPFs9Percentage of council housing stock that complies with WHQS 2023Improve (increase)
CPFs10The number of interventions in private sector rented properties to remedy hazards (hazards as defined in Housing Act 2004 operating guidance)Improve (increase)
CPFs11Number of people rough sleeping in WrexhamSustain
CPFs12Reduce number of evictions from WCBC properties into homelessnessImprove (decrease)
CPFs13Reduction in the length of stay in B&B or hotel accommodationSustain
Improving Education and Learning
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPEl1Progression outcome measure KS4New work measure
CPEl2Percentage of Key Stage Four learners who progress into sixth form, college, apprenticeships or employmentImprove (increase)
CPEl3Overall attendance for secondary schoolsImprove (continue to recover in-line with national trends)
CPEl4Overall attendance for primary schoolsImprove (continue to recover in-line with national trends)
CPEl5Overall attendance for schoolsImprove (continue to recover in-line with national trends)
CPEl6Reduction in number of pupils below 85% attendanceImprove (increase)
CPEl7Number of learners on PSP (Pastoral Support Plan)Improve (decrease)
CPEl8Number of learners with a PSP who have a positive 16 transition (Pastoral Support Plan)Improve (increase)
CPEl9The percentage of pupils (using Pupil Attitudes to Self and School, PASS) who respond positively on how positive and successful they feel in their specific capabilities as learnersImprove (increase)
CPEl10Progression outcome measure – Free School Meals (FSM) KS4New work measure
CPEl11Percentage of ALN learners leaving Year 11 making a successful transition from statutory schooling to education, employment or training Improve (increase)
CPEl12Percentage of FSM learners leaving Year 11 making a successful transition from statutory schooling to education, employment or trainingImprove (increase)
CPEl13Number of school buildings fit for purpose with a condition category of A or B – PrimaryImprove (increase)
CPEl14Number of school buildings fit for purpose with a condition category of A or B – SecondaryImprove (increase)
Promoting Good Health and Well-being (with a focus on social services and good mental health)
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPHw1Number of looked after childrenSustain
CPHw2Percentage of looked after children – in house residential provisionImprove (increase)
CPHw3Percentage of looked after children – in house foster placementsImprove (increase)
CPHw4Percentage of looked after children with three or more placement movesSustain
CPHw5Numbers waiting for domiciliary careImprove (decrease)
CPHw6Numbers waiting for a statutory Occupational Therapy assessmentImprove (decrease)
CPHw7Total number of reablement packages completed in order to reduce, mitigate or maintain the need for supportImprove (increase);
CPHw8Mental well-being mean score for young people in secondary schools in WrexhamImprove (increase);
CPHw9Improved emotional well-being for children and young people receiving counsellingImprove (decrease)
CPHw10Percentage of children that were seen alone as part of their assessmentImprove (increase)
CPHw11Percentage of children engaged with Mind of My Own AppImprove (increase)
CPHw12Number of children placed on the child protection register that have previously been registered during the last 12 monthsSustain (as appropriate and where safe to do so)
CPHw13Number of adult at risk referrals (adult safeguarding) completed within statutory timescales (7 days)Sustain
Supporting a Highly Skilled and Engaged Workforce, Focussed on Delivering Services
Outcome measure numberOutcome measure descriptionWhat is considered good performance?
CPWf1Percentage of workforce who agree with the statement ‘I have the opportunity to develop and improve to my full potential’Improve (increase)
CPWf2Percentage of employees who report that they are supported by corporate health initiatives (employee survey)New work measure
CPWf3Of the workforce that leave employment with the council during the year; the percentage of these that that left voluntarilyImprove/Sustain (stable)
CPWf4*Gender pay gap; difference between men and women's hourly earnings as a percentage of men's earnings
Improve (decrease)
CPWf5Percentage of people satisfied with Welsh language provisionImprove (increase)