Ammanford Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Ammanford’s crime profile in January 2026 was defined by a stark imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the monthly tally. At 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents — 23.5% above the UK average — the area’s crime rate reflects a combination of local factors and broader seasonal trends. Violent crimes, accounting for 48.5% of all incidents (32 cases), were 64% above the UK average for this category, a figure that likely contributes to the overall elevation in the area’s crime rate. This dominance of violent offences contrasts with property crimes, which, while present (18 incidents), were less pronounced than in other parts of the UK. For instance, vehicle crime was 73% below the UK average, potentially linked to lower traffic volumes in a post-holiday period. The seasonal context of January — shorter days, reduced retail footfall, and a post-holiday lull — may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with violent incidents persisting despite lower outdoor activity. This pattern aligns with observations in similar rural-adjacent built-up areas, where community cohesion and limited policing resources can amplify the impact of a few high-profile incidents. The data also reveals that criminal damage and arson (1.1 per 1,000) and drug-related offences (0.6 per 1,000) were significantly above UK averages, suggesting targeted issues that may require further attention from local authorities.

January 2026 saw a 400% increase in drug-related crimes, jumping from one to five incidents, a stark contrast to the previous month’s figures. This surge, though unexplained by available data, may reflect seasonal shifts or changes in local dynamics. Concurrently, other thefts rose by 200%, from two to six, indicating a potential increase in opportunistic crimes during the post-holiday period. Burglary also doubled, with two incidents reported, suggesting heightened vulnerability in residential areas. Public order offences fell by 50%, from six to three, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic during shorter winter days. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 30%, from 10 to seven, though this decline may not be sustained. Meanwhile, violent crimes remained high, with 32 incidents (48.5% of total) — 64% above the UK average — a figure that highlights the area’s unique challenges compared to national trends.

Ammanford's crime rate in January 2026 rose by 3.2% compared to the previous month, from 8.1 to 8.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a continued upward trend in local crime statistics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 119 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualised against Ammanford’s population of 7,879, highlights the need for ongoing community vigilance. This rate is higher than the UK average but remains consistent with patterns observed in similarly sized built-up areas. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate is elevated, the absolute number of crimes (66) remains manageable, suggesting that targeted interventions could mitigate further increases without overwhelming local resources.