Denbigh Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Denbigh’s November 2024 crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents marked a slight increase of 1.3% above the UK average, but a significant drop of 36.2% from the previous month’s rate of 12.1. This fluctuation reflects a combination of seasonal and local factors, including the transition into darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 38.3% of the total 60 reported incidents, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences also forming a substantial portion of the monthly tally. The seasonal context likely influenced patterns, as darker evenings may have impacted visibility and deterrence, while Black Friday could have driven retail-related incidents. However, the sharp decline from the previous month suggests that temporary spikes—linked to specific events or temporary disruptions—may have abated. The area’s crime profile remains characterised by relatively low levels of property crime compared to violent offences, a pattern consistent with smaller built-up areas where interpersonal conflicts and public order issues are more prominent. The UK average comparison highlights Denbigh’s slight edge in violent crime rates, though its performance on categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences indicates areas where local challenges persist. This month’s data, while showing a downward trend, underscores the need for ongoing analysis to identify whether the decline is part of a broader pattern or a short-term anomaly.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in November 2024 was the 100% increase in possession of weapons, rising from zero to two incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, stands out as a stark deviation from the previous month’s record. Concurrently, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, with the number of incidents halving from 26 to 13, suggesting a possible reduction in public disturbances during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 38.3% of total crimes, and 16% above the UK average. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell 30% below the UK average, and drugs-related crimes were 62% below the national rate, indicating areas where Denbigh’s crime profile diverges significantly from the broader UK trend. For residents, the 50% decrease in anti-social behaviour offers a tangible sign of improvement in community safety, though the rise in weapon possession warrants closer monitoring.

Denbigh’s crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 36.2% compared to the previous month, reflecting a significant decline from 12.1 to 7.7 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the area, where the monthly exposure rate saw one reported crime for every 130 residents over the course of the month. On a daily basis, Denbigh recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the slight 1.3% increase above the UK average, the overall rate remains relatively stable compared to the previous month’s sharp spike. This contrast suggests that factors such as seasonal shifts, local policing initiatives, or community engagement efforts may have contributed to the decline, though can be established without further data. The comparison underscores the importance of tracking month-on-month fluctuations to identify patterns that could inform targeted interventions or reassurance for residents.