Rhyl Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rhyl's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 16.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 98.8% above the UK average of 8.1. This stark divergence highlights a uniquely challenging crime profile for the coastal town, which combines elements of a tourist destination with the characteristics of a built-up area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.3% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average for this category by 145%. Anti-social behaviour (16.0%) and shoplifting (12.0%) followed as the next most common offences, both of which were high compared to national rates. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of the summer tourist season, may help explain some of these patterns. With longer daylight hours and increased foot traffic in retail and leisure areas, the town likely experiences heightened activity that can both drive crime and create opportunities for policing. However, the data also reveals anomalies, such as vehicle crime rising sharply by 133.3% despite the absence of a clear seasonal pattern for this category. These fluctuations suggest a combination of local conditions and broader trends, warranting closer examination of specific areas or times of day where such offences are concentrated.

June 2025 saw a 133.3% surge in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from 3 to 7. This spike may be linked to increased traffic during the summer season, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Shoplifting also rose by 50%, from 34 to 51, a trend consistent with the start of the tourist season in coastal areas. Conversely, robbery and theft from the person both fell by 50%, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus towards property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 43.3% of all crimes, a rate 145% above the UK average. These figures indicate a stark contrast between Rhyl's violent crime profile and the national trend, where such offences are significantly lower.

Rhyl's crime rate in June 2025 rose to 16.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.4% increase from 15.5 per 1,000 in May. This places the area significantly above the UK average, with 98.8% higher rates. On a daily basis, the town experiences approximately 14 crimes per day, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 62 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. When scaled to the area's 26,476 residents, the monthly exposure highlights the need for targeted interventions. While some crime types, such as vehicle crime and shoplifting, saw sharp increases, others like robbery and theft from the person declined, suggesting shifting patterns that require further analysis to identify underlying causes.