Ruthin Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Ruthin during May 2024 reveals a distinct pattern, with violent crimes dominating at 42% of all reports — significantly higher than the UK average of 30%. This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal conflict, potentially influenced by the area’s social fabric and seasonal factors such as longer evenings and bank holidays. Anti-social behaviour, at 22% of total crimes, was 31% above the UK average, reinforcing the idea that community dynamics play a role in local crime trends. Property crimes, though lower in proportion (28% of total), showed notable disparities: burglary was 61% above the UK average, while shoplifting was 69% below, indicating contrasting vulnerabilities in different crime categories. The seasonal context of May — with its extended daylight hours and increased socialising — may have contributed to the rise in public order offences and violence. These patterns align with the characteristics of a built-up area within Denbighshire, where community interactions and local amenities could influence crime distribution. The UK comparison highlights Ruthin’s overall rate as 3.6% higher than the national average, but specific categories reveal both areas of concern and relative safety. This data-driven analysis underscores the need for targeted approaches to address violent and anti-social incidents while leveraging the lower rates in property crimes like shoplifting.

May 2024 saw a 100% increase in burglary, with three incidents reported compared to zero in April. This surge aligns with the UK average for burglary but marks a sharp upward trend locally. Public order offences also rose by 100%, reaching six incidents — 75% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, shoplifting increased from zero to one case, a 100% jump but still 69% below the UK average. The dominance of violent crimes, at 42% of all reports, contrasts with the UK’s 30% share, suggesting a higher prevalence of interpersonal crime in Ruthin. Anti-social behaviour, at 22% of total crimes, was 31% above the UK average, indicating a possible link to the area’s social dynamics during May’s longer evenings. These figures offer residents a clear snapshot of where crime is concentrated, with violent and anti-social incidents demanding particular attention.

Ruthin's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 8.7 per 1,000 residents, a 66.8% increase from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000. This shift marks a notable departure from the preceding month’s trend, though seasonal factors may partially explain the change. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes per day in May, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 114 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the population. When compared to the UK average, Ruthin's overall rate is 3.6% higher, but the daily crime count remains a local metric without a national equivalent. This population-scaled perspective offers a tangible sense of how crime permeates daily life in the area, particularly when contrasted with the previous month’s lower rate. The shift in crime patterns may reflect changing dynamics in public spaces, such as increased socialising during longer evenings or the impact of bank holidays on community activity.