Carmarthenshire Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 190,800, Carmarthenshire’s 78 reported crimes in March 2024 equate to a crime rate of 0.4 per 1,000 residents—nearly 95% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s exceptionally low crime profile, which is further reinforced by its demographic composition and geographic context. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 71.8% of all incidents, a figure 74% below the UK average for this category. Violence and sexual offences, while comprising 12.8% of total crimes, were 96% below the national average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or rural dispersion—may contribute to this trend. The seasonal transition to spring, with its associated changes in daylight hours and social activity, likely influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which saw a 500% increase compared to February. However, the overall crime rate remains remarkably stable, with no significant spikes in property-related crimes. This consistency, combined with the area’s low population density and potentially strong community policing efforts, illustrates a region where crime is not only infrequent but also largely contained within specific, manageable categories. The data also highlights the importance of contextual analysis: while national averages provide a benchmark, local conditions—such as the presence of open spaces, community initiatives, or seasonal rhythms—play a critical role in shaping crime patterns that deviate significantly from the UK norm.

March 2024 saw a stark 500% surge in public order offences, rising from one to six incidents—a shift that may reflect the transition to spring and longer evenings. Other theft also doubled, increasing from zero to two reports, though this remains a small portion of the overall crime mix. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 75%, dropping from four to one, potentially indicating reduced activity during this time of year. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 47.4%, from 19 to 10, aligning with Carmarthenshire’s broader trend of significantly lower violent crime rates compared to the UK average (96% below). These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal factors likely influencing public order and anti-social behaviour incidents, which themselves accounted for 71.8% of all crimes—a figure 74% below the UK average for this category.

Carmarthenshire's crime rate in March 2024 (0.4 per 1,000 residents) marked a 29.3% decrease from February's 0.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This monthly rate translates to approximately three crimes reported every day, a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile relative to national standards. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 2,446 residents—a statistic that highlights the rarity of criminal activity in this region. When scaled to the population of 190,800, the 78 total crimes recorded in March represent an exceptionally low proportion of daily life, reinforcing Carmarthenshire’s status as one of the UK’s safest local authority districts. This contrast with the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000 residents further illustrates the area’s unique position in the national crime profile, where local initiatives and geographic factors may contribute to sustained safety.