Is Rhyl South West Safe?
Crime statistics for Rhyl South West. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 3,436 total crimes recorded in Rhyl South West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rhyl South West — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rhyl South West safe?
Rhyl South West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. 909 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Rhyl South West has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Rhyl South West in the last 12 months?
909 crimes were recorded in Rhyl South West in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 22.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,172 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Rhyl South West?
The most common crime in Rhyl South West is Violent Crime, with 1,591 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 175% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Rhyl South West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rhyl South West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 22.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Rhyl South West?
Rhyl South West has a safety score of 11 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Rhyl South West compare to the North Wales Police average?
Rhyl South West has a safety score of 11/100, while the North Wales Police force area average is 67/100. Rhyl South West is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Rhyl South West?
40.8% of crimes in Rhyl South West resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Rhyl South West?
1,591 violent crimes were recorded in Rhyl South West in the last 12 months, representing 175% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 558 incidents.
When was the crime data for Rhyl South West last updated?
The crime data for Rhyl South West was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Rhyl South West with other areas?
You can compare Rhyl South West with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.