Rhyl Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2024, Rhyl’s crime rate stood at 14.1 per 1,000 residents — 83.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of approximately 12 crimes reported in the built-up area, with one in every 71 residents experiencing a crime over the course of the month. The data reveals a stark imbalance in crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). These patterns may partly explain the area’s elevated risk profile compared to the UK average, potentially reflecting the mix of residential and commercial spaces typical of a coastal town. The seasonal transition to spring, with evenings lengthening and clocks moving forward, may have influenced activity patterns, though the persistent dominance of violent crime suggests deeper structural factors. Anti-social behaviour, which is 116% above the UK average, could be tied to the area’s proximity to nightlife venues or public spaces where such incidents are more likely to occur. Meanwhile, the relatively low levels of vehicle crime (57% below the UK average) might indicate effective policing or secure parking infrastructure in key areas.

March 2024 saw significant shifts in crime trends, with shoplifting rising by 55.6% (18 to 28 incidents) — a sharp increase that may reflect seasonal retail activity or changes in policing focus. Public order offences also jumped by 50%, from 18 to 27 cases, potentially linked to the extended evenings of spring or increased foot traffic in central areas. Criminal damage and arson rose by 36%, from 25 to 34 incidents, a trend that could be connected to the area’s seasonal events or unaddressed anti-social behaviour. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 33.3% (from 6 to 4 cases), suggesting a possible short-term reduction in violent incidents. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences remain high, at 140% above the UK average, while other theft (9% below the UK average) and burglary (6% below) indicate some areas of relative safety. For residents, the 55.6% rise in shoplifting may highlight the need for heightened vigilance in retail zones during this time of year.

Rhyl’s crime rate in March 2024 rose by 2.5% compared to February’s 13.8 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 12 crimes per day — a figure that, while localised, underscores the frequency of incidents residents may encounter. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 71 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when considered alongside the area’s population of 26,476, illustrates the scale of risk faced by individuals. This rate is higher than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences alone contributing 45.6% of all crimes. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the crime burden is not evenly distributed; while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage are high, other categories such as vehicle crime and theft from the person are significantly lower than the UK average. This contrast may reflect the area’s unique mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, where certain crime types are more likely to occur due to local demographics or infrastructure.