Denbigh Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Denbigh’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents in January 2026, placing it 14.7% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a marked imbalance between property and violent crime, with the latter accounting for 54.1% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 33 cases, stood as the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (11 cases) and other theft (7 cases). The dominance of violent crime over property crime—despite Denbigh’s relatively low population density—suggests a unique local dynamic. January’s post-holiday context, with shorter days and reduced retail activity, may have influenced these patterns, though the persistent rise in violent crime indicates deeper structural factors. Anti-social behaviour, which rose 51% above the UK average, and other theft, which surged 96% above the national benchmark, further complicate the picture. These trends could be linked to seasonal transitions, such as the return of students or shifts in community engagement during colder months. While shoplifting and criminal damage both saw declines, their rates remain below UK averages, hinting at localized factors that may suppress certain types of crime. The overall crime profile underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where violent and anti-social behaviour are concentrated, even as other categories show signs of moderation.

Violent crime dominated Denbigh’s January 2026 crime profile, accounting for 54.1% of all reported incidents and standing at 4.2 per 1,000 residents—68% above the UK average for this category. This stark contrast to property crime, which represented only 13 incidents (1.4 per 1,000), highlights a shift in criminal focus. Among the most notable month-on-month changes was the 133.3% surge in other theft cases, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, a jump that may reflect increased opportunistic activity during the post-holiday period. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 20% (from 5 to 4 cases), possibly linked to reduced retail footfall in January. The category of criminal damage and arson also saw a doubling, with 2 incidents reported compared to 1 in December, though this remains below the UK average. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with violent crime emerging as a persistent concern that deserves closer attention from local authorities.

Denbigh’s crime rate in January 2026 rose to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 24.5% increase from the previous month’s 6.3 per 1,000. This marks the area as one of the few within Denbighshire where monthly crime rates have climbed year-on-year, though the overall rate remains below the UK’s 2025 average of 6.8 per 1,000. Locally, the shift is stark: 2 crimes were reported per day in January, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 128 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure is higher than the UK’s average for similar-sized built-up areas. The population context reveals that Denbigh’s 7,788 residents face a crime environment where the density of incidents, while not extreme, demands vigilance. The increase in violent crimes, which now account for 54.1% of all reported incidents, contrasts with a decline in shoplifting and criminal damage, suggesting a seasonal realignment in criminal activity patterns. This daily and monthly context underscores the need for targeted local responses, particularly in areas where violent crime has surged above UK averages.