Ammanford Crime Rate

Ammanford's crime rate of 123.9 per 1,000 residents is 36% above the UK average, with a sharp 22.3% year-on-year increase. The most alarming trend is the 114.3% rise in burglary, now at 5.7 per 1,000 — 73% above the national rate. These figures highlight significant safety concerns, particularly for households and businesses.

Ammanford is a built-up area in Carmarthenshire, characterised by a mix of residential and commercial properties. Its proximity to major transport routes and a history of industrial activity may contribute to higher crime rates. The area's socioeconomic diversity, with pockets of deprivation, likely influences crime patterns, particularly in property-related offences and anti-social behaviour.

Ammanford's most striking crime statistic is the 111% above UK average rate for possession of weapons (1.9 vs 0.9 per 1,000). This is the most surprising finding, as weapon-related crimes are typically lower in rural areas. The elevated rate may reflect local tensions or limited access to conflict resolution resources. Violence and sexual offences (55.2 per 1,000, 72% above UK average) are also high, possibly linked to transient populations or strained community support networks. Public order offences (10.3 per 1,000, 63% above UK average) may stem from the area's mixed-use nature, where commercial and residential zones overlap. Shoplifting is 36% below UK average, suggesting effective retail security measures in Ammanford.

Ammanford's crime rate has increased by 22.3% year-on-year, with burglary surging by 114.3% — the fastest-rising crime type in the area. This sharp increase may reflect seasonal factors, with longer evenings in late autumn and winter potentially increasing opportunities for crime. The rise in possession of weapons (114.3% YoY) is particularly concerning, suggesting possible spikes in local tensions or drug-related conflicts. While shoplifting has decreased by 36% YoY, this remains 36% below the UK average. The overall trend indicates a deteriorating safety environment, with property crime (32.9 per 1,000) now 3% above the UK average.

How To Keep Safe in Ammanford

Residents should prioritise securing vehicles and homes, given the 114.3% YoY increase in burglary. For areas with high anti-social behaviour (15.1 per 1,000, 3% above UK average), community engagement through local initiatives may help. Those concerned about drugs-related crime (6.5 per 1,000, 102% above UK average) should avoid isolated areas after dark. Given the 73% above UK average burglary rate, consider installing motion-activated lighting and securing all entry points. The 111% above UK average rate for possession of weapons suggests heightened vigilance in public spaces during evening hours.

Crime in Ammanford exhibits distinct temporal patterns. Burglary peaks at night (30% of incidents between 12am-6am), likely due to fewer residents at home and reduced street lighting. Theft occurs most frequently in the afternoon (49% of incidents between 12pm-6pm), aligning with retail activity and potential opportunities for shoplifting. Vehicle crime spikes at night (17% of incidents), possibly tied to unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Other crimes dominate in the evening (49% of incidents between 6pm-12am), reflecting increased social interactions and potential conflicts in public spaces.

Compared to nearby areas, Ammanford's crime rate is 113% higher than Llandybie (58.1 per 1,000) and 182% higher than Tycroes (43.9 per 1,000). These disparities likely reflect differences in population density, economic opportunities, and policing resources, with Tycroes benefiting from lower population density and potentially stronger community cohesion.

For Ammanford households, where possession of weapons is 111% above the UK average, proactive security measures are critical, scOS's AI-powered perimeter monitoring detects threats before they escalate, using multi-camera coverage and behavioural analysis to distinguish genuine risks from routine activity. Its DVLA vehicle verification system flags stolen or cloned plates near homes, a feature particularly relevant to Ammanford's 53% below UK average vehicle crime rate. The system's autonomous deterrence — triggering lights and speakers — raises the risk for potential offenders, addressing the local concern of weapon-related crimes through early intervention.