Crime Rate in Rhyl South West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rhyl South West

The total recorded crimes in Rhyl South West, Denbighshire, UK in July 2025 are around 91 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rhyl South West crime rate of 8.96 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 West, encompassing approximately 10,152 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (45) incidents (55.17% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (128.57% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
Rhyl South West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Meredith Crescent with total crimes: 8
  • Clwyd Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • Millbank Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is Rhyl South West?

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

  • Relative to Denbighshire:

    • In 2024, Rhyl South West reported a higher crime volume than the Denbighshire average, with 1,286 crimes compared to 441. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Rhyl South West witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 28 other areas in the Denbighshire.

    • In 2023, Rhyl South West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Denbighshire average, with 1,344 crimes compared to 418. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Rhyl South West witnessed more crimes than 27 out of 28 other areas in the Denbighshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Denbighshire, Rhyl South West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Rhyl South West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rhyl South West has recorded 91 crimes with crime rate of 8.96 ranking 3th out of 28 in the Denbighshire, UK

In 2024, the total Rhyl South West crimes were 1,286. The crime rate of Rhyl South West in 2024 was 126.67 (year) or 10.56 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rhyl South West were around 1,344 crimes with yearly crime rate of 132.38 (year) or 11.03 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Denbighshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rhyl South West)CrimesRank (Rhyl South West)CrimesRank (Rhyl South West)
Rhyl West298 13,078 12,884 1
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
Rhyl South17 17295 15320 13
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 West 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 45 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (49 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 367 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 36.70 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202545
June 202529
May 202526
April 202528
March 202540
February 202529
January 202534
December 202437
November 202450
October 202449

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20257
May 202522
April 202510
March 202514
February 20255
January 202516
December 20248
November 202414
October 202410

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244

A total of 77 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.70 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20257
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
January 202513
December 202412
November 202411
October 20247

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20257
April 20253
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20244
November 20248
October 20247

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 202510
February 20251
January 20258
December 20245
November 20244
October 20244

A total of 80 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202516
May 20257
April 20254
March 202511
February 202512
January 202511
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20252
December 20241
November 20243

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

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 West in July 2025

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

1. Meredith Crescent (Map)
Total8
Public order4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Clwyd Avenue (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Millbank Road (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
6. Frederick Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Rhydwen Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
8. Brookes Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Aled Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Williams Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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