Denbighshire Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Denbighshire’s crime rate in March 2023 was 10.3 per 1,000 residents, 35.5% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm is driven by a concentration of violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all crimes. At 4.4 per 1,000, this category was 61% above the UK average, marking it as the most significant outlier. Anti-social behaviour followed, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000 — 83% above the UK average — contributing 18.3% of total crimes. Public order offences also exceeded expectations, at 0.9 per 1,000 (41% above the UK average). These trends align with seasonal patterns in March, as the transition to spring and lengthening evenings may encourage more outdoor activity, potentially increasing opportunities for public disorder. The area’s crime profile suggests a mix of urban and rural characteristics, though the relatively high rates of anti-social behaviour and violence may point to specific local challenges, such as community tensions or under-resourced social services. The seasonal context — clocks changing and the start of warmer weather — could influence crime patterns, with increased foot traffic in public spaces and extended evening hours contributing to higher rates of public order and violent incidents. While property crime (249 total) and violent crime (432 total) were the two largest categories, the stark divergence from UK averages in violent offences indicates a need for targeted interventions. The overall rate being 35.5% above the UK average highlights the urgency of addressing these disparities, particularly in areas where violence and anti-social behaviour dominate the crime profile.

The most striking disparity is in violence and sexual offences, which stood at 4.4 per 1,000 — 61% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This category alone accounted for 42.9% of all crimes, underscoring its disproportionate impact. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 1.9 per 1,000 — 83% above the UK average. This suggests a significant local challenge in managing public conduct. Conversely, burglary and vehicle crime were below UK averages, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (39% below) and vehicle crime at 0.1 per 1,000 (79% below). These contrasts may reflect the area’s demographics or infrastructure; for instance, lower vehicle crime could indicate fewer opportunities for such offences in a rural setting. A resident would find the daily crime count of 33 particularly relevant, as it offers a tangible sense of local risk. The shift in crime mix — with violence and anti-social behaviour dominating — may signal broader social or environmental factors influencing criminal activity.

In March 2023, Denbighshire recorded 1008 crimes over 31 days, equating to approximately 33 crimes per day. This figure provides a local daily context for residents, though no UK-wide daily comparison is available. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 97 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population. With a population of 98,202, the 1-in-97 ratio underscores the density of crime in a relatively small area. This monthly exposure figure is particularly useful for understanding the scale of crime in a way that aligns with the local community’s size. While the area’s crime rate is higher than the UK average, the breakdown of daily activity and population context reveals how this rate translates into individual experiences. The combination of high daily crime counts and the 1-in-97 ratio suggests a need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies that address both immediate and long-term trends.