Denbigh Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Denbigh, 7.8 crimes were reported in May 2025—a rate 3.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure translates to roughly one crime for every 128 residents over the course of the month, a context that helps residents gauge the relative safety of their community. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (39.3% of total), anti-social behaviour (29.5%), and criminal damage and arson (8.2%). These patterns align with May’s seasonal context, where longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising may contribute to higher incidents of violence and anti-social conduct. While the overall rate remains stable compared to previous months, the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct profile: Denbigh experiences a higher proportion of anti-social behaviour than the UK average (62% above), which could reflect local factors such as the density of residential areas or the presence of social hubs. Conversely, shoplifting and vehicle crime rates are below the UK average, due to the area’s smaller retail footprint or lower levels of vehicle congestion. The data underscores that while Denbigh’s crime rate is slightly lower than the national average, specific categories demand attention, particularly anti-social behaviour, which may require targeted community engagement or policing strategies to address effectively.

May 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns compared to April. 'Other crime' incidents surged by 200%, rising from one to three cases, a category that may encompass a range of less-defined offences. Burglary and vehicle crime each doubled, with two incidents recorded in May compared to one and zero in the previous month, respectively. This increase could be linked to seasonal factors such as more frequent outdoor activity or changes in local routines during the spring. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 75%, from four to one, reflecting a reduction in alcohol-related incidents or increased community policing during the month. Anti-social behaviour remains a persistent concern, with rates 62% above the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by Denbigh’s built-up area dynamics or the concentration of residential properties. Shoplifting and vehicle crime rates are 25% and 43% below the UK average, respectively, which could suggest that local retail environments or traffic patterns are less conducive to these offences. For residents, the daily crime count of roughly two incidents provides a tangible measure of risk, highlighting that while the overall rate is low, certain types of crime require vigilance.

Denbigh’s crime rate in May 2025 remained unchanged from April, maintaining a stable figure of 7.8 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that no major shifts in crime trends occurred over the month. On a daily basis, approximately two crimes were reported each day, a figure that, while modest, translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 128 residents. This ratio offers a concrete perspective on the frequency of crime in the area, allowing residents to contextualise their personal risk. With a population of 7,788, the impact of each incident is amplified in a smaller community, where crime is more likely to be perceived as a direct threat. The comparison to the UK average further highlights Denbigh’s unique profile: while the overall rate is slightly lower than the national figure, the area experiences significantly higher rates of anti-social behaviour and 'other crime'—categories that may reflect local challenges or the need for tailored interventions. The data also reveals that Denbigh’s lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime align with the characteristics of a built-up area, where retail presence and traffic density may be less pronounced than in larger urban centres. These insights underscore the importance of understanding crime not as an abstract statistic, but as a lived experience shaped by the specific context of Denbigh’s community and environment.