Whitland Crime Rate

Whitland is a safe urban settlement with a crime rate of 66.2 per 1,000 people, significantly lower than the UK average of 91.7. This is reflected in its strong safety score of 83/100, which surpasses the national average of 79/100. While the annual trend shows a 16.1% increase in crime, the most recent monthly data suggests a positive shift, with rates declining toward the end of 2025. Whitland residents enjoy a relatively secure environment, particularly regarding property-related offences. The following data provides a deeper analysis of the crime breakdown, monthly trends, and specific time-based patterns to help residents and visitors understand the local safety landscape.

Crime in Whitland

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in Whitland, accounting for 45.9% of all reported incidents with 73 cases. Anti-social behaviour (14.5%) and criminal damage and arson (11.9%) are the next most significant categories. Overall, property crime in Whitland—which includes burglary, theft, vehicle crime, and robbery—stands at 16.3 per 1,000 people. This is roughly half the UK average of 32.3, indicating that Whitland is relatively safe from property-based offences. However, burglary and theft still represent a combined 8.2% of total crime. For residents, this data suggests that while the risk of break-ins or vehicle theft is low by national standards, standard home security remains important, particularly as these crimes continue to occur alongside more frequent reports of public order and violent offences.

Whitland's crime trend has been increasing overall, with a 16.1% rise compared to the previous year. However, a closer look at the monthly data reveals a very positive recent trajectory. The period began with a peak rate of 9.6 per 1,000 in December 2024, but this has steadily declined throughout 2025. By August, the rate had dropped to 3.3, and it reached a low of 2.1 by November 2025. This suggests that while the total number of crimes for the year is higher than the previous 12 months, the area has become significantly safer in the latter half of the data period. If this downward trend continues, Whitland's safety score is likely to improve further in the coming year.

How To Keep Safe in Whitland

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequently reported crimes in Whitland, making up nearly 46% of the local total. To enhance your personal safety, consider these practical suggestions:

• When walking through the town, especially at night, stick to well-lit main roads and avoid isolated paths or shortcuts.
• Be mindful in social settings and stay with people you trust; if you feel uncomfortable in a situation, don't hesitate to leave and head to a safe, public place.
• Ensure your home's exterior is well-lit at night; motion-activated lighting can deter both anti-social behaviour and potential property intruders.
• Keep your mobile phone on you and fully charged, and consider using a safety app that allows you to quickly notify contacts of your location if needed.
• Report any suspicious activity or public disorder to the local police; community reporting is essential for maintaining Whitland's overall safety score.

Crime in Whitland shows significant variation throughout the day. Morning (6am - 12pm) and afternoon (12pm - 6pm) periods see the highest levels of theft, accounting for 25% and 27% of crimes respectively. This suggests that opportunistic crime is more common during daylight hours. Conversely, as the day transitions into night, property vulnerability shifts. Burglary and vehicle crime reach their highest proportions between midnight and 6am, with burglary accounting for 23% and vehicle crime for 18% of incidents in that window. The evening and night are also heavily dominated by 'other' crimes, which include violence and anti-social behaviour, making up over half of all reports during these times. This pattern highlights the need for different security focuses depending on the time of day.

Whitland sits in a region with varied safety profiles. It is slightly safer than nearby St Clears, which has a crime rate of 70.3 per 1,000. However, it experiences more crime than Clunderwen, which records a much lower rate of 29.2. Some very small neighbouring settlements, such as Tavernspite and Pwll-trap, recorded no crime during this period, though these are likely due to very small populations. For those looking for a balance between urban amenities and safety, Whitland offers a competitive profile compared to larger regional hubs, maintaining a rate well below the national average.

While Whitland's property crime rate of 16.3 per 1,000 is low, the overall 16.1% increase in crime highlights the importance of effective home security. Traditional security systems are often reactive, providing you with a video of a burglary after the fact. For homeowners who want to prevent crime rather than just record it, scOS provides a sophisticated, AI-driven alternative. scOS monitors your property 24/7, using multi-camera intelligence to identify threats at the boundary. It can recognize the difference between a delivery driver and a potential intruder, only alerting you to real threats. With features like autonomous light and speaker activation, scOS can destroy the element of surprise for a would-be burglar. In Whitland, where burglary and vehicle crime are most prevalent during the night and afternoon, having a system that proactively deters criminals before they can strike is the most effective way to ensure your home remains safe.