Carmarthenshire Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Carmarthenshire’s crime rate of 0.6 per 1,000 residents placed it among the UK’s safest areas, 91.5% below the national average of 7.1. This low rate translates to a per-capita risk that is exceptionally rare, with only 0.6 crimes reported for every 1,000 residents—a figure that would be considered extremely low even in rural settings. The most common crime was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 72.1% of all incidents (80 cases), a category that remains 62% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences, though present at 19 cases (17.1% of total), are 96% below the UK rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This suggests that Carmarthenshire’s social fabric may be more cohesive than the national average, though the absence of property crimes—only 3 incidents (2.7% of total)—contrasts with the UK’s broader crime profile, where property offences typically dominate. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, whether this is due to seasonal patterns, local initiatives, or other factors. The rarity of drug-related crimes (4 cases, 3.6% of total) and the complete absence of criminal damage and arson (3 cases, 2.7% of total) further distinguish Carmarthenshire from the UK’s average, where these categories are more common. For residents, the implication is clear: the area’s crime profile is significantly less volatile than the national average, though the small population size means even minor fluctuations can be noticeable.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 87.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 152 incidents in January to 19, a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the winter lull in outdoor activity. Meanwhile, possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 1), a small but notable shift that could indicate emerging trends in local criminal behaviour. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime, remained 62% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, suggesting that community-focused policing or social initiatives may be effective. The category breakdown also reveals that drugs offences, at 0.0 per 1,000, are entirely absent from the local data, 100% below the UK rate of 0.2 per 1,000. These figures highlight the area’s unique profile, where property crimes are almost negligible compared to the UK’s broader crime mix. For residents, the low frequency of violent crime and the absence of drug-related incidents offer reassurance, though the spike in weapons possession warrants cautious monitoring.

Carmarthenshire’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 0.6 per 1,000 residents, a 65.3% drop from the previous month’s rate of 1.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with its overall rate 91.5% below the national average. On a daily basis, the local figure shows an average of four crimes reported each day in February, a manageable number for a district of 190,800 residents. Monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 1,719 residents, a statistic that underscores the rarity of criminal incidents in the area. This low frequency contrasts sharply with the UK average, where residents face a far higher likelihood of encountering crime. The reduction in violent crimes, which dropped by 87.5% from the prior month, may reflect seasonal patterns such as reduced outdoor activity during winter, though local factors such as community engagement or policing efforts could also contribute. The daily crime count, while low, serves as a reminder that even minor incidents can be significant in a small population, requiring sustained attention to maintain this safety record.