Rhyl Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Rhyl’s February 2026 crime rate of 16.7 per 1,000 residents places it 160.9% above the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (43.7% of total incidents), anti-social behaviour (18.3%), and shoplifting (7.7%), with all three categories significantly exceeding national averages. This pattern aligns with Rhyl’s status as a coastal town with a mix of residential, retail, and leisure areas that may contribute to higher levels of social interaction and associated crime risks. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with lower outdoor activity—may have influenced some trends, such as the 7.7% share of shoplifting incidents, which could be linked to pre-spring retail activity or indoor commercial spaces. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests underlying social or economic factors, exacerbated by the area’s demographics and the pressures of a built-up environment. While the monthly rate decreased by 9.4% from January, the overall profile remains starkly elevated compared to the UK, necessitating continued focus on addressing root causes and community engagement.

February 2026 saw significant increases in burglary (+200%), robbery (+100%), and drug-related crimes (+33.3%) compared to January. These spikes, particularly in burglary, may be linked to targeted areas within Rhyl’s built-up environment, though no direct causal factors are confirmed. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 62.5% and vehicle crime dropped by 50%, possibly reflecting reduced outdoor activity during winter months. The violent crime category—accounting for 43.7% of all incidents—remains 215% above the UK average, with anti-social behaviour (241% above) and public order offences (217% above) also far exceeding national norms. Residents should remain vigilant in areas frequented by anti-social behaviour, which has seen an 18.3% share of total crimes. While the overall rate decreased slightly from January, the disproportionate rise in property-related crimes suggests a need for community awareness and targeted policing strategies.

Rhyl's crime rate in February 2026 (16.7 per 1,000 residents) represents a 9.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 18.4 per 1,000, though it remains significantly higher than the UK average. This monthly decline contrasts with the area's overall elevated crime profile, which is 160.9% above the national average. On a daily basis, Rhyl experienced an average of 16 crimes per day in February, highlighting the persistent frequency of incidents despite the month-on-month reduction. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 60 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the localised intensity of criminal activity. While the drop from January suggests a potential seasonal lull, the rates remain far above national benchmarks, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories. This discrepancy may reflect Rhyl's specific demographic and geographic characteristics, such as its status as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial zones that could contribute to higher levels of social interaction and associated crime risks.