Ammanford Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ammanford's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 10.2 per 1,000 residents, 37.8% above the UK average of 7.4. This places the area in stark contrast to national trends, where the overall UK rate reflects a more balanced distribution of crime types. The most significant contributors to the local rate were violence and sexual offences (40% of total crimes), followed by burglary (12.5%) and public order offences (10%). These figures highlight a pronounced emphasis on violent crime in Ammanford compared to the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 2.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may partly explain the elevated levels of violence. The area's built-up nature within Carmarthenshire likely influences crime dynamics, with public spaces and community interactions playing a role. While property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting saw mixed trends, the dominance of violent crime suggests a need for targeted interventions. The UK comparison underscores the urgency of addressing these disparities, as Ammanford's rate is significantly higher than the national average. Local factors, including the timing of events and community demographics, may contribute to this divergence, but further analysis would be required to confirm these links.

September 2025 saw a sharp increase in drug-related crimes, doubling from three to six incidents—a 100% rise. This surge, coupled with a 66.7% increase in burglary cases (from six to 10), signals a shift in the crime mix toward property and drug-related offences. Conversely, shoplifting and other theft decreased by 50% and 66.7% respectively, reflecting a notable drop in retail crime. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.1 per 1,000, remain 59% above the UK average, suggesting persistent challenges in this category. The 32 cases of violence reported in the month—nearly half of all crimes—underscore a critical area for local authorities to address. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 46.2% (from 13 to seven cases), offering a rare positive trend. These fluctuations may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the return to school and university term beginnings, which could impact both crime patterns and community engagement.

Ammanford's crime rate in September 2025 fell to 10.2 per 1,000 residents, a 13.1% decrease from the previous month's 11.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area closer to its usual seasonal patterns, though it remains significantly above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local context of a built-up area within Carmarthenshire. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the density of incidents relative to the population. When scaled to the area's 7,879 residents, this statistic illustrates the frequency of crime in a community where local factors—such as the proximity of schools and public spaces—may influence reporting rates. The drop from the previous month aligns with typical September trends, where the transition from summer to autumn often sees a shift in criminal activity patterns, though the area's rate remains elevated compared to national benchmarks.