Crime Rate in Rhyl South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rhyl South

The total recorded crimes in Rhyl South, Denbighshire, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rhyl South crime rate of 2.65 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 Rhyl South, encompassing approximately 6,405 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Rhyl South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Maes Isaf with total crimes: 5
  • Viola Avenue with total crimes: 2
  • Cambrian Walk with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rhyl South?

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

  • Relative to Denbighshire:

    • In 2024, Rhyl South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Denbighshire average, with 295 crimes compared to 441.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Rhyl South had fewer crimes than the Denbighshire average, with 320 crimes compared to 418. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Rhyl South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 28 other areas in the Denbighshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rhyl South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rhyl South has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 2.65 ranking 17th out of 28 in the Denbighshire, UK

In 2024, the total Rhyl South crimes were 295. The crime rate of Rhyl South in 2024 was 46.05 (year) or 3.84 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rhyl South were around 320 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.95 (year) or 4.16 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rhyl South)CrimesRank (Rhyl South)CrimesRank (Rhyl South)
Rhyl West298 13,078 12,884 1
Rhyl South West91 31,286 21,344 2
Denbigh Caledfryn Henllan105 2947 3819 3
Prestatyn East54 4784 4713 4
Rhyl East40 7507 8554 5
Prestatyn North46 5583 5498 6
Llangollen41 6533 6465 7
Ruthin36 8516 7404 10
Bodelwyddan26 11424 10433 8
Prestatyn Central34 9459 9432 9
Prestatyn Meliden26 10147 21174 20
Rhuddlan22 13413 11358 11
Tremeirchion18 15333 12336 12
Rhyl Trellewelyn22 12329 13308 14
Prestatyn South West12 21317 14230 17
Rhyl Tŷ Newydd21 14279 16306 15
Denbigh Lower11 22220 19285 16
Edeirnion17 16213 20183 19
Dyserth15 19248 17173 21
St Asaph West16 18225 18202 18
Trefnant12 2087 2474 27
St Asaph East9 23134 22149 22
Alyn Valley6 2592 23111 23
Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd Gwyddelwern6 2782 26107 24
Llandyrnog7 2486 2597 25
Llanrhaeadr-yng-Nghinmeirch5 2880 2786 26
Efenechdyd6 2652 2834 28
Moel Famau3 2947 2929 29

Rhyl South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 103 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202515
May 20251
April 20258
March 202519
February 20256
January 20257
December 202412
November 202410
October 202416

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
October 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
January 20251
October 20242

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
January 20252

A total of 3 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
January 20251

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20253
April 20255
March 20258
February 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Rhyl South in July 2025

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

1. Maes Isaf (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Viola Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Cambrian Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Woodside Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Hammond Court (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Tower Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. Michaels Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Poplars Drive (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
9. Maes Gaer (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. The Boulevard (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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