Saundersfoot Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Saundersfoot's July 2025 crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents stands 73.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's generally low crime profile, a pattern consistent with its coastal location and seasonal rhythms. The most common crimes reported this month were criminal damage and arson (25% of total), followed by violence and sexual offences (25%), and vehicle crime (12.5%). These figures align with the area's seasonal context: July, a peak month for tourism and festivals, often correlates with increased public activity and associated risks. The surge in criminal damage and arson cases—jumping from one incident in June to four this month—marks the most significant shift in the crime picture. While the overall rate remains exceptionally low, the spike in property-related crimes suggests a need to consider how transient populations and event-related infrastructure might influence local crime patterns. The town's small population (7,020) and limited urban density likely contribute to its consistently low crime rates, though the 300% increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about specific factors during this month. This could be consistent with heightened activity during local festivals or the presence of temporary structures that may attract vandals. The absence of major violent crimes, with only four reported this month (down from seven in June), further reinforces the area's safety profile, though the reasons for this decline remain speculative. The low rates of anti-social behaviour (6.3% of total crimes) and shoplifting (6.3%) also reflect the area's character, where community cohesion and the transient nature of tourism may deter such offences. However, the 100% increase in bicycle theft—now matching the UK average—suggests a potential vulnerability in securing personal property during peak tourist months.

July 2025 saw a 300% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from one to four incidents. This surge, the most dramatic month-on-month change, contrasts with a 42.9% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from seven to four. The shift in crime mix is notable: property crimes now account for 56.3% of total incidents (9 out of 16), compared to 25% for violent crimes. This change may reflect seasonal factors, with festivals and events potentially increasing opportunities for property-related offences. The bicycle theft rate doubled this month, matching the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This aligns with the area's tourism profile, where visitors may leave bikes unsecured in public spaces. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both remained at 6.3% of total crimes, significantly below UK averages (94% and 85% below, respectively). The low incidence of these crimes suggests effective community management or a naturally low propensity for such behaviour in this area. The 23% UK deficit in vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) is another consistent trend, linked to the town's limited urban infrastructure and low traffic density. These patterns highlight the combination of local geography, seasonal activity, and crime dynamics.

Saundersfoot's July 2025 crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 represents a 100.9% increase from June's rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This rise, though significant, still leaves the area 73.3% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately one crime per day in July, a figure that may seem high in absolute terms but is proportionally low given the area's small population of 7,002 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 438 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. This statistic illustrates the rarity of criminal activity in Saundersfoot, even during peak tourist months. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these figures: with 7,002 residents, the 16 reported crimes represent a mere 0.23% of the population. This underscores the area's inherent safety, though the 300% increase in criminal damage and arson raises questions about specific factors in July. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in maintaining low crime rates, though these factors remain speculative without further data. The daily crime context, while useful for residents, should be interpreted cautiously—Saundersfoot's unique demographic and geographic profile mean that national averages may not directly apply. This month's figures reaffirm the area's status as an outlier in UK crime statistics, with most categories far below the national average despite the recent upward trend.