Rhyl Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rhyl's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 16.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 116.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while elevated, reflects a complex mix of local and national influences, particularly during the seasonal transition from summer to autumn. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 37.3% of all reported incidents—133% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 17.9% of total crimes, and criminal damage and arson made up 10.4%, both significantly exceeding national benchmarks. These patterns may be linked to Rhyl's status as a coastal town with a mix of residential, retail, and tourist activity, which can exacerbate issues like public disorder and property damage. The seasonal context of September, with the return of students and the start of the academic year, likely contributes to increased social interactions and associated risks. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, may be influenced by the convergence of local residents and transient populations, as well as the extended evenings typical of this time of year. The data also highlights a stark contrast in crime types compared to the UK average, with Rhyl experiencing far higher rates of anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, but lower rates of vehicle crime and robbery. This disparity may reflect the area's unique socio-economic profile, including its reliance on tourism and retail, which can create distinct crime dynamics compared to more industrial or rural regions. The overall rate, while concerning, does not appear to be an isolated anomaly but rather a continuation of patterns observed in other coastal and urban areas during similar periods. However, the month-on-month decline from 20.9 to 16.0 per 1,000 suggests that recent interventions or natural fluctuations may have temporarily reduced the intensity of criminal activity.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential spike in opportunistic crimes as evenings lengthen and tourist activity shifts. Concurrently, drug-related offences rose by 77.8%, with reports jumping from 9 to 16. This increase may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the start of the academic year and the influx of university students. Burglary also rose by 30%, from 10 to 13 incidents, possibly reflecting heightened activity in residential areas during the transition from summer to autumn. In contrast, bicycle theft fell sharply by 75%, dropping from 8 to 2, a decline that could be attributed to reduced cycling during cooler weather. Robbery rates also decreased by two-thirds, from 3 to 1, suggesting a temporary lull in violent street crimes. Vehicle crime dropped by 63.6%, from 11 to 4, a trend that may align with seasonal changes in parking patterns and reduced traffic congestion. These fluctuations underscore the combination of local and national factors influencing crime dynamics.

Rhyl's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 23.4% compared to the previous month, falling from 20.9 to 16.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline suggests a possible stabilization in local crime patterns following the summer months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the density of reported incidents within this built-up area. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 62 residents in September, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This rate is higher than the UK average, but the month-on-month decrease indicates a potential shift in activity levels. The population context further highlights that, despite the overall rate being elevated, the absolute number of crimes remains manageable within the community's scale. However, the comparison to the UK average remains stark, with Rhyl's rate nearly double the national figure, emphasizing the need for continued monitoring and targeted interventions.