Ruthin Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,720, Ruthin recorded 37 crimes in January 2025, translating to a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 8.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. The breakdown of crimes reveals a distinct pattern: 56.8% (21 incidents) were classified as violence and sexual offences, the highest proportion of any category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.2% (6 incidents), and criminal damage and arson accounted for 8.1% (3 incidents). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 47% of all crimes, suggesting Ruthin experiences a higher concentration of violent incidents. Seasonal factors may partly explain these figures, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which could influence both the frequency and nature of crimes. The lower rate of shoplifting (5.4% of total crimes) compared to the UK average (6.0%) aligns with this seasonal context, though the absolute number of shoplifting incidents rose by 100% from 1 to 2 cases. The area’s character as a small built-up area within Denbighshire likely contributes to these patterns, with limited commercial activity reducing opportunities for theft but not eliminating risks entirely.

January 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime types, with three categories experiencing significant increases: criminal damage and arson rose by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), burglary doubled from 0 to 1 case, and shoplifting increased by 100% (from 1 to 2 cases). These spikes may reflect seasonal shifts, such as post-holiday property maintenance activities or targeted thefts during reduced foot traffic. Conversely, other theft and public order offences both fell by 33.3%, while violence and sexual offences decreased by 27.6% (from 29 to 21 cases). This reduction in violent crime, despite the overall rate remaining below the UK average, suggests local factors may be influencing trends. For instance, violence and sexual offences in Ruthin (3.7 per 1,000) are 47% higher than the UK average (2.5 per 1,000), highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category. Anti-social behaviour also exceeded the UK average by 12%, indicating a need for targeted community engagement. Crimes such as burglary and shoplifting remain significantly below national levels, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (33% below the UK average of 0.3) and shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 (35% below the UK average of 0.6). These discrepancies may be linked to Ruthin’s relatively small population and limited commercial hubs, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

Ruthin’s crime rate in January 2025 (6.5 per 1,000) represents a 21.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.2 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may seem high for a small community but is contextually manageable given the population size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in a built-up area with 5,720 residents. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to the UK average, which typically sees higher rates in larger urban centres. The reduction in violent crime compared to the prior month, despite Ruthin’s rate still being 8.5% below the UK average, suggests effective local interventions or natural fluctuations in crime patterns. However, the higher-than-average prevalence of violence and sexual offences (3.7 per 1,000) indicates a persistent challenge that may require targeted policing or community initiatives. The contrast between Ruthin’s low burglary rates (0.2 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.3) further underscores the area’s unique crime profile, influenced by its smaller scale and lower population density.