Carmarthen Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,295, 25 crimes reported in February 2024 equate to one crime for every 612 residents—a figure that underscores the relatively low level of criminal activity in Carmarthen. This built-up area within Carmarthenshire maintains a crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. The most significant portion of recorded crimes (80%) falls under anti-social behaviour, a category that has seen a 5.3% increase from January 2024. This is higher than the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, with anti-social behaviour contributing 24% more than the national average. The remaining 20% of incidents are split between violence and sexual offences (12%) and drugs (4%), both of which are significantly below UK averages. February, a winter month with limited outdoor activity, likely contributes to the subdued overall crime profile, though the persistence of anti-social behaviour suggests localised factors such as community dynamics or seasonal social patterns may play a role. The absence of major property crimes or violent incidents further reinforces the area’s comparatively safe environment, though the rise in anti-social behaviour deserves closer attention to community engagement strategies.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 82.4% reduction in violence and sexual offences, with incidents falling from 17 to 3—a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This decline may reflect the seasonal lull typical of winter months, when outdoor activity and social interactions decrease. Conversely, drug-related crimes surged by 100%, with one incident recorded in February after none in January. This anomaly could signal shifts in local patterns, though the low absolute number means it remains a minor contributor to overall crime. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 80% of all reported crimes, rose by 5.3% month-on-month, outpacing the UK average by 24%. This category’s dominance highlights the need for targeted interventions in public spaces, particularly as the area transitions into spring. The crime mix also shows a marked departure from the UK profile: while violent crime typically constitutes a larger share nationally, Carmarthen’s violent crime rate is 92% below the UK average. This divergence may be linked to the town’s character as a smaller built-up area with lower population density and fewer high-risk environments compared to larger urban centres.

Carmarthen’s February 2024 crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 44.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in February, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 612 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to both regional and national benchmarks. When scaled to the town’s population of 15,295, the 25 total crimes represent a manageable burden for local services and communities. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face a crime rate more than four times higher. The comparison also reveals that Carmarthen’s violent crime rate is 92% below the UK average, a disparity that may be attributed to the area’s demographic profile and the absence of major urban features that typically correlate with higher violence rates. The low population density and relatively contained built-up environment likely contribute to this safer profile, though the persistence of anti-social behaviour suggests that community-specific challenges remain.