Ruthin Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ruthin's crime rate in March 2023 remained markedly lower than the UK average, with a total of 23 crimes reported across the built-up area. The overall rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents is 47.4% below the national average of 7.6, a figure that reflects the area's consistent position as a low-crime locality. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (26.1% of total incidents), followed by other theft (21.7%) and shoplifting (13.0%). This distribution aligns with Ruthin's character as a small, historic town with a strong sense of community, though the prominence of 'other theft' may suggest specific local vulnerabilities. Seasonal factors in March—such as the transition to longer evenings and the clocks changing—likely contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. The lower rate of violent crimes compared to the UK average may be influenced by Ruthin's demographic profile, including a relatively older population and limited nightlife activity. Meanwhile, the higher-than-average rate of 'other theft' could be linked to the town's retail presence or the transient nature of some visitor populations. The data illustrates a combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms that shape Ruthin's crime profile, reinforcing its position as an area where crime remains relatively rare compared to the national context.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with property crimes accounting for 48% of all reported incidents—compared to 26% for violent crimes. This imbalance, while not uncommon in smaller towns, contrasts with the UK average where property crimes typically make up a smaller share. The category of 'other theft' stood out as 53% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect local factors such as the presence of retail outlets or transient populations. Conversely, violent crimes in Ruthin were 60% below the UK rate, a disparity that could be attributed to the area's demographic profile or the effectiveness of local policing initiatives. One concrete data point for residents: the rate of 'other crime' was 167% above the UK average, a figure that may warrant closer attention to understand the nature of these incidents and their local context.

Ruthin's crime rate in March 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 47.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Ruthin's consistently lower crime profile compared to the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,720 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, the data shows that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 249 residents over the course of the month. This monthly aggregate highlights the rarity of crime in Ruthin relative to its population size, a trend that aligns with the area's character as a historically low-crime built-up area within Denbighshire. The comparison to the UK average is particularly striking in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which in Ruthin were 60% below the national rate, suggesting a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies.