Denbighshire Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Denbighshire's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.3% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure underscores a significant divergence from national trends, with the area recording a higher proportion of violent crimes compared to other regions. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.5% of total crimes, with a rate of 4.2 per 1,000—54% above the UK average. This category's prominence may be linked to Denbighshire's character as a rural district with smaller communities, where interpersonal conflicts could be more visible or underreported. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.9% of total crimes, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000—60% above the UK average. This suggests a potential correlation with local social dynamics, such as the impact of seasonal changes in March, when the transition to longer evenings may influence public behaviour. Shoplifting also stood out, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000—76% above the UK average. This could be tied to the presence of retail areas or seasonal shopping patterns. The seasonal context of March, with the shift to spring and the adjustment of clocks, may have influenced crime patterns by altering the timing and frequency of outdoor activities. While property crimes accounted for 314 incidents (30.8% of total), the overall crime mix was heavily skewed toward violent and anti-social offences, which may reflect broader community-specific factors. These findings highlight the need for a nuanced understanding of local conditions, as Denbighshire's crime profile diverges significantly from the national average in both type and intensity.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, including theft from the person, which surged by 300% (2 to 8 incidents). Burglary also rose sharply, with a 136.4% increase from 11 to 26 cases. Robbery rose by 133.3% (3 to 7), suggesting a notable uptick in personal crime. These increases contrast with declines in other areas, such as possession of weapons, which fell by 20% (5 to 4). The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.5% of total crimes. This is 54% above the UK average, indicating a stark divergence in local crime trends. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and theft from the person are significantly below the UK average, with vehicle crime 49% lower and theft from the person 41% lower. These disparities highlight the complexity of local crime patterns, with some categories aligning with broader national trends while others diverge sharply.

Denbighshire's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 33.2% increase from the previous month's 7.8 per 1,000. This marks a significant shift in the local crime picture, with the area now recording roughly 33 crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of ongoing activity, the monthly exposure figure underscores the cumulative impact on residents. Denbighshire's rate remains higher than the UK average, but the comparison to the previous month reveals a sharper upward trend in recent weeks. This could reflect seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and longer evenings, which may influence patterns of outdoor activity and associated risks.