Denbighshire Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Denbighshire's August 2023 crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents marked a stark divergence from UK averages, with the area recording a 27.2% higher rate than the national figure of 8.1 per 1,000. The most prominent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.8% of all reported incidents (401 cases), with a rate of 4.1 per 1,000—55% above the UK average. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (20.8%, 210 cases) and criminal damage and arson (9.4%, 95 cases), both of which exceeded UK averages by 46% and 59% respectively. The seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month may contribute to some of these patterns, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which often rise during periods of increased social activity. However, the most surprising finding was the sharp increase in vehicle crime, which rose by 128.6% compared to July, though this shift remains unexplained by the available data. Denbighshire's crime profile in August reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends, with violent crimes dominating the landscape despite the area's generally rural character. The contrast between Denbighshire's above-average violent crime rates and its below-average vehicle crime rate (59% below the UK average) suggests that local conditions—such as urban density, transport infrastructure, or policing priorities—may be shaping these discrepancies. The 27.2% gap from the UK average underscores the need for tailored local analysis, as national statistics often mask regional variations. For residents, the data highlights the importance of vigilance during August, a month that sees heightened activity in some crime categories despite the overall seasonal lull typically associated with summer.

Vehicle crime in August 2023 saw an unprecedented 128.6% increase, jumping from 7 to 16 cases. This sharp rise, though unexplained by the data, contrasts with other notable trends: public order offences rose by 63.4% (41 to 67), and burglary cases increased by 47.4% (19 to 28). These shifts highlight a growing imbalance in the crime mix, with property crimes now accounting for 28.6% of total reported incidents (278 out of 1,008), compared to 39.8% for violent crimes. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 4.1 per 1,000 is 55% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a discrepancy that aligns with Denbighshire's overall 27.2% gap from the national rate. Conversely, vehicle crime remains 59% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, a contrast that may reflect local infrastructure or traffic patterns. For residents, the 128.6% spike in vehicle crime offers a concrete example of how specific categories can shift dramatically within a single month.

Denbighshire's crime rate in August 2023 rose to 10.3 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% increase from the previous month's 9.6 per 1,000. This places the area 27.2% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 33 crimes were recorded across Denbighshire's 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 97 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is specific to the local area, it provides context for residents: over the average month, each person in Denbighshire would experience a crime at a rate 27.2% higher than the UK-wide average. The population scale of 98,202 residents means that even relatively small shifts in crime types can reflect broader patterns. For instance, the 47.4% increase in burglary cases compared to July suggests a potential seasonal vulnerability linked to August's status as a peak holiday month, when properties may be unoccupied for extended periods.