Denbighshire Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Denbighshire’s crime rate in August 2024 stood at 10.7 per 1,000 residents, 30.5% above the UK average of 8.2. This marked deviation from the national trend highlights specific local challenges, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.7% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 4.3 per 1,000 — 60% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 21.3% of total crimes at 2.3 per 1,000, also 60% above the national figure. These patterns may be influenced by Denbighshire’s character as a rural district with mixed urban centres, where community tensions and seasonal activity could amplify such issues. The summer months often see increased social interaction, contributing to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violent incidents. However, the data also reveals lower-than-UK-average rates for burglary (38% below), vehicle crime (78% below), and drug-related offences (9% below), suggesting that certain crime types are less prevalent in this area. The overall crime rate, while concerning, remains relatively low compared to major urban centres, but the significant gap from the UK average indicates the need for targeted interventions in violent and anti-social crime. Seasonal factors, such as the peak holiday period in August, may have played a role in exacerbating certain trends, particularly in retail-related crimes like shoplifting, which rose sharply. This suggests a combination of local demographics, geography, and external seasonal pressures.

August 2024 saw a notable 39.7% increase in shoplifting, rising from 73 to 102 incidents — the most significant upward shift in any category. This spike may partly explain the overall crime rate being 30.5% above the UK average, as retail-focused crimes often dominate local statistics. Bicycle theft also rose by 25%, from 4 to 5 incidents, though this remains a small figure in absolute terms. Conversely, other crime fell by 50%, dropping from 28 to 14 cases, and robbery halved from 6 to 3. These declines suggest potential success in addressing non-violent, low-level crimes. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, were 60% above the UK average, underscoring a persistent challenge in reducing violent crime. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, increasing by 21.2% to 223 cases — a trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased public gatherings during the summer.

Denbighshire's crime rate in August 2024 remained stable compared to July, rising by just 0.3% to 10.7 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends during the month. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 34 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local context but does not directly compare to national daily averages. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 94 residents over the course of August — a statistic that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the population. With 98,202 residents, this means the area’s crime profile, while above the UK average, remains distributed across a relatively large population base. The slight stability in crime rate contrasts with the sharp fluctuations in specific categories, such as the 39.7% increase in shoplifting, which highlights the need for targeted analysis of particular crime types.