Crime Rate in Denbigh Lower: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Denbigh Lower

The total recorded crimes in Denbigh Lower, Denbighshire, UK in May 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Denbigh Lower crime rate of 6.05 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Denbigh Lower, encompassing approximately 2,149 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Denbigh Lower Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Ffordd Caledfryn with total crimes: 3
  • Maes Y Coed Road with total crimes: 2
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Denbigh Lower?

To understand the safety of Denbigh Lower, we need to analyze Denbigh Lower crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Denbighshire:

    • In 2024, Denbigh Lower demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Denbighshire average, with 220 crimes compared to 441.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Denbigh Lower recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 28 other areas in the Denbighshire.

    • In 2023, Denbigh Lower had fewer crimes than the Denbighshire average, with 285 crimes compared to 418. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Denbigh Lower recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 28 other areas in the Denbighshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Denbighshire, Denbigh Lower has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Denbigh Lower Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Denbigh Lower has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 6.05 ranking 20th out of 28 in the Denbighshire, UK

In 2024, the total Denbigh Lower crimes were 220. The crime rate of Denbigh Lower in 2024 was 102.34 (year) or 8.53 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Denbigh Lower were around 285 crimes with yearly crime rate of 132.57 (year) or 11.05 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Denbigh Lower)CrimesRank (Denbigh Lower)CrimesRank (Denbigh Lower)
Rhyl West243 13,078 12,884 1
Rhyl South West76 21,286 21,344 2
Denbigh Caledfryn Henllan64 3947 3819 3
Prestatyn East48 5784 4713 4
Llangollen55 4533 6465 7
Rhyl East33 10507 8554 5
Prestatyn North41 7583 5498 6
Ruthin45 6516 7404 10
Bodelwyddan31 12424 10433 8
Rhuddlan35 8413 11358 11
Prestatyn Central33 11459 9432 9
Rhyl Trellewelyn33 9329 13308 14
Tremeirchion18 17333 12336 12
Rhyl South9 26295 15320 13
St Asaph West29 13225 18202 18
Prestatyn South West16 19317 14230 17
Dyserth21 14248 17173 21
Rhyl Tŷ Newydd17 18279 16306 15
Edeirnion21 15213 20183 19
Alyn Valley20 1692 23111 23
Prestatyn Meliden11 22147 21174 20
Efenechdyd11 2152 2834 28
St Asaph East11 23134 22149 22
Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd Gwyddelwern10 2482 26107 24
Trefnant4 2887 2474 27
Llandyrnog10 2586 2597 25
Llanrhaeadr-yng-Nghinmeirch6 2780 2786 26
Moel Famau2 2947 2929 29

Denbigh Lower Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 49 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20255
March 20255
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
August 20246
July 20245
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 108 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20254
March 20251
February 20254
January 20258
December 202412
November 202410
October 202411
September 20246
August 20242
July 202410
June 202426
May 20248

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20242
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Denbigh Lower in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Denbigh Lower postcode area is presented below.

1. Ffordd Caledfryn (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Maes Y Coed Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Ruthin Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Marcella'S Court (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Parc-Bach (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Parc Alafowlia (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Lon Alun (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Old Ruthin Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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