Ruthin Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

February 2024 marked a period of relative stability in Ruthin's overall crime rate, which stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, 16.9% below the UK average. This figure reflects a consistent performance compared to national trends, with the area's built-up character potentially contributing to lower crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (14.7%) and anti-social behaviour (14.7%). While the high proportion of violent crimes is notable, Ruthin's rate for this category (3.0 per 1,000) was 20% above the UK average of 2.5. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these trends, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have influenced both the types and frequencies of crimes reported. The area's relatively low crime rate, combined with its built-up nature, suggests that local characteristics such as community cohesion and infrastructure could be contributing to its comparative safety. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting and possession of weapons indicates areas requiring closer attention. These developments, while not indicative of a broader trend, warrant consideration of localized factors that might explain such fluctuations.

February 2024 witnessed a 150% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 2 to 5 cases. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average for shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000), highlights a notable shift in property crime trends. Concurrently, possession of weapons saw a 100% increase, moving from 0 to 1 incident, a category where Ruthin's rate was 186% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect isolated incidents or changes in local reporting practices. Violent crimes also increased by 21.4%, from 14 to 17 cases, though Ruthin's rate of 3.0 per 1,000 for this category was 20% above the UK average of 2.5. Conversely, other crime categories showed decreases: other crime fell by 50%, public order by 33.3%, and anti-social behaviour by 28.6%. These reductions suggest potential success in addressing specific issues, though further analysis is needed to determine underlying causes.

Ruthin's crime rate in February 2024 remained stable at 5.9 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, showing no significant fluctuation. This consistency suggests that local factors such as community initiatives or seasonal patterns may have maintained a steady level of reported crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 29-day period, reflecting a low but consistent level of criminal activity. When considering the population, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one crime occurred for every 168 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents within this built-up area. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 5,720, underscores the area's comparative safety relative to other regions in the UK. The stability in crime rates could also be attributed to the area's seasonal dynamics, as February typically sees reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may influence the types and frequency of crimes reported.