Llanelli Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

July 2024 saw Llanelli's crime rate reach 10.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.4% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the previous month's 10.9, remains significantly higher than national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.6% of all reported incidents (256 cases), with a rate of 5.2 per 1,000—82% above the UK average. Public order offences followed closely at 11.2% (59 cases), with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000, 87% above the UK. These patterns align with Llanelli's character as a coastal town with a mix of urban and industrial features, where high foot traffic during peak summer months likely contributes to higher rates of public disorder. Seasonal context suggests that festivals, tourism, and extended daylight hours may amplify such incidents, though the slight month-on-month decline indicates some moderation. The dominance of violent crime contrasts with lower rates of property-related offences, such as shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000, 12% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000, 57% below UK average), which may reflect the area's lower retail density and more secure parking infrastructure.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in July 2024 was a 300% increase in robbery cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, highlights a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences grew by 10.8%, reaching 256 cases—82% above the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This category alone accounted for nearly half (48.6%) of all crimes reported, underscoring its dominance in Llanelli's crime picture. Meanwhile, bicycle theft plummeted by 60%, dropping from 5 to 2 incidents, a decrease that may reflect seasonal factors or improved local security measures. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 45.8%, from 72 to 39 cases, though this remains 45% below the UK average. These contrasting trends illustrate the combination of local dynamics and broader national patterns.

Llanelli's crime rate in July 2024 (10.7 per 1,000) was 2.0% lower than the previous month (10.9 per 1,000), reflecting a slight decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 94 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This statistic, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, highlights the local impact of crime. The population context further illustrates that Llanelli's crime rate remains significantly above the UK average, with 27.4% higher incidents per 1,000 residents. These metrics provide a tangible sense of risk for residents, though the slight month-on-month decrease suggests potential stabilisation in the short term.