Buan vs Ruthin — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Buan

LL53 · Gwynedd

3

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Other theft1

Ruthin

LL15 · Denbighshire

31

crimes in March 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences13
  • Anti-social behaviour7
  • Criminal damage & arson3

Buan has less crime — 3 vs 31 incidents in March 2026.

What the data shows

Ruthin recorded substantially more crime than Buan in March 2026 — 31 incidents compared to 3, a 10.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buan sees higher rates of Other theft (1), while Ruthin has more Anti-social behaviour (7) and Criminal damage & arson (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buan or Ruthin safer?

Based on March 2026 Police data, Buan recorded fewer crimes than Ruthin — 3 vs 31 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Buan is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Buan and Ruthin?

The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Buan saw higher rates of Other theft while Ruthin had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Buan recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 31).

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