Carmarthenshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Carmarthenshire’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 7.1% below the UK average of 7.0. This performance underscores the area’s consistent efforts to maintain public safety, particularly during the festive season. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.8% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson at 13.7%. These figures align with the seasonal context of December, which brings heightened activity in retail and social spaces, potentially contributing to higher violent crime rates. Conversely, the area’s relatively low property crime rate—particularly for burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000)—suggests effective community policing or environmental deterrents. The seasonal context of December, with its dark evenings and holiday-related absences, may have influenced patterns of criminal damage. Anti-social behaviour saw a 31.9% drop compared to the previous month, reflecting community initiatives or seasonal shifts in social dynamics. The interplay between local geography, population density, and seasonal rhythms likely plays a role in shaping these trends, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific causal links.

December 2025 saw significant decreases in anti-social behaviour, bicycle theft, and theft from the person, with reductions of 31.9%, 60.0%, and 33.3% respectively. These declines may partly reflect heightened community vigilance during the festive season or targeted local initiatives. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 56.5%, a stark contrast to the overall rate reduction. This increase could be linked to seasonal factors such as empty homes during holiday absences or increased property vulnerability in rural areas. Violent crimes, which account for 45.8% of total incidents, remain 17% above the UK average, a persistent challenge for local authorities. The drop in bicycle theft—down to 0.0 per 1,000—suggests a possible impact of winter conditions or reduced outdoor activity, offering a tangible example of how seasonal shifts influence specific crime types.

Carmarthenshire’s crime rate in December 2025 remained stable at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s rate. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends during the festive period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 40 reported crimes each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with broader patterns of low-to-moderate crime density in the region. When viewed against the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, Carmarthenshire’s rate is 7.1% lower, reflecting a sustained period of relative safety. This population-scaled perspective highlights that the area’s crime profile remains distinct from the national average, though local factors such as seasonal activity and community engagement likely play a role in maintaining this gap.