Dyffryn Ardudwy vs Ruthin — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Dyffryn Ardudwy

LL43 · Gwynedd

6

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Ruthin

LL15 · Denbighshire

34

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences19
  • Anti-social behaviour6
  • Burglary2

Dyffryn Ardudwy has less crime — 6 vs 34 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Ruthin recorded substantially more crime than Dyffryn Ardudwy in April 2026 — 34 incidents compared to 6, a 5.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dyffryn Ardudwy sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (1), while Ruthin has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Burglary (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dyffryn Ardudwy or Ruthin safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Dyffryn Ardudwy recorded fewer crimes than Ruthin — 6 vs 34 incidents. That is 82% fewer crimes. Dyffryn Ardudwy is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Dyffryn Ardudwy and Ruthin?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dyffryn Ardudwy saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Ruthin had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Dyffryn Ardudwy recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 34).

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