Ruthin Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant crime category in Ruthin for July 2025, accounting for 36.1% of all reported incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000, where this category contributes 24% of total crime. The area’s overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents places it 26.7% below the national average of 8.6, a gap that reflects both the effectiveness of local policing and the unique characteristics of Ruthin as a built-up area within Denbighshire. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in tourism—likely contributes to the high proportion of violent crime, as outdoor events and festivals may heighten opportunities for such incidents. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, remains significantly lower than the UK average, at 0.9 per 1,000 compared to 1.6 per 1,000 nationally. This could be attributed to the area’s smaller population and the potential for stronger community cohesion during the summer months. Meanwhile, burglary rates, though rising by 50% from two to three incidents, still fall below the UK average, suggesting that Ruthin’s built-up nature may limit opportunities for such crimes compared to more sprawling or rural areas. The data also highlights a marked contrast in property crime trends, with vehicle crime and drug-related offences increasing sharply, while other thefts and anti-social behaviour declined. These fluctuations may be influenced by the transient nature of summer visitors, who may be more likely to engage in riskier behaviours or target vehicles left unattended. The overall picture illustrates a dynamic crime profile shaped by both local demographics and seasonal rhythms, with violence and sexual offences continuing to drive the majority of reported crime in the area.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in Ruthin’s crime mix, with drug-related offences doubling from one to two incidents—a 100% increase—while vehicle crime also surged by 100%, rising from zero to two. This uptick may partly explain the broader rise in property crimes, which now account for 25% of total incidents, compared to 36.1% for violent crimes. Conversely, other thefts dropped sharply by 87.5%, from eight to one, a decline consistent with the seasonal slowdown in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 44.4%, from nine to five, possibly reflecting the impact of summer holidays on local communities. While burglary rates rose by 50% (from two to three), this remains well below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Violent crimes decreased by 27.8% compared to June, with violence and sexual offences now at 2.3 per 1,000—24% below the UK average. These fluctuations underscore the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns.

Ruthin’s crime rate in July 2025 fell by 26.6% compared to the previous month, reflecting a marked shift in the local crime profile. This decline positions the area significantly safer than its June figures, with the overall rate dropping from 8.6 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in July, a figure that aligns with the broader trend of reduced activity during the summer months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when scaled to Ruthin’s demographic, though direct comparisons to national figures are not provided. The reduction in anti-social behaviour and other theft—down 87.5% and 44.4%, respectively—suggests a possible correlation with the summer season’s influence on public behaviour and community engagement. However, the rise in drug-related incidents and vehicle crime highlights areas requiring closer attention.