Llanelli Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Llanelli, the January 2024 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents translates to a daily risk of approximately 0.078 crimes per person—a figure that is 67.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective underscores the area’s relative safety, though the crime profile reveals distinct patterns. Anti-social behaviour (36.7% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (35.8%) dominate, both significantly below UK averages. These figures align with Llanelli’s character as a built-up area within Carmarthenshire, where community-focused policing and reduced retail activity during January’s post-holiday period may contribute to lower property crime rates. Seasonal factors, including shorter days and lower footfall in commercial zones, likely influence the sharp decline in shoplifting and burglary compared to December. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour—now 44 incidents—suggests ongoing challenges in managing public order, particularly in areas with high population density. The data also highlights Llanelli’s divergence from the UK average in violent crime, where the rate is 65% lower than the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. This contrast may reflect local initiatives or demographic factors, such as a younger population or strong community engagement. While the crime rate remains low, the mix of offences indicates a need for targeted interventions in anti-social behaviour, which remains a persistent issue despite its UK-wide underperformance.

January 2024 saw a 46.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 30 to 44 incidents, though this category remains 9% below the UK average. Conversely, burglary, shoplifting, and criminal damage all experienced steep declines—94.1%, 91.9%, and 87.2% respectively—suggesting potential shifts in criminal activity patterns. Violent crimes, at 43 incidents (0.9 per 1,000), were 65% below the UK average, while public order offences (0.1 per 1,000) were 79% below the national rate. These figures indicate a marked reduction in property-related crimes, possibly linked to post-holiday reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours. For residents, the 1-in-411 monthly exposure rate offers a tangible measure of risk, illustrating how Llanelli’s crime profile diverges from the UK norm.

Llanelli's January 2024 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 67.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a significant shift in local crime dynamics. This decline contrasts sharply with the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlighting Llanelli’s lower risk profile. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported over 31 days, equating to roughly one incident every 7.8 hours. While this frequency may seem high in absolute terms, the monthly exposure figure—1 reported crime for every 411 residents—places Llanelli well below the national average. The population context further underscores this: with 49,314 residents, even a small absolute number of crimes translates to a much lower per-capita risk. This contrast is amplified by the fact that categories like burglary, shoplifting, and criminal damage saw steep month-on-month drops, suggesting targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced these trends.