Tenby Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tenby’s overall crime rate in October 2023 was 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This marked improvement reflects a combination of local factors and broader seasonal trends, particularly as October’s darker evenings and Halloween approached. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (12 incidents, 34.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 incidents, 25.7%) and criminal damage and arson (6 incidents, 17.1%). Violent crime in Tenby was 44% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributed to the area’s relatively small population and limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. The drop in property crime, particularly shoplifting, also aligns with seasonal patterns—October’s shorter days and the anticipation of Halloween may have influenced retail dynamics, deterring theft or redirecting criminal activity. However, the rise in 'other crime' and 'public order' offences, though modest in scale, highlights areas requiring further attention. The contrast between Tenby’s crime profile and the UK average underscores the importance of localised factors, such as tourism management and community policing, in shaping crime trends. As a coastal town with a seasonal economy, Tenby’s crime patterns are likely influenced by fluctuating visitor numbers, though the exact relationship remains complex and requires deeper analysis.

October 2023 saw a 90% decrease in shoplifting, with reported cases dropping from 10 to 1—a stark contrast to earlier in the year. This decline may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as Halloween’s proximity, which could have shifted retail activity or deterred theft through increased foot traffic. Other theft also fell sharply by 80%, from 5 to 1, suggesting broader efforts to address property crime in the area. Conversely, two categories rose: 'other crime' and 'public order' offences, both doubling from previous month totals. These increases, while modest in absolute terms, warrant attention, particularly 'other crime,' which was 186% above the UK average. The persistent gap between Tenby’s violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.7 per 1,000) underscores the area’s continued success in curbing violence, a trend that may be tied to its coastal character and limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. Residents might find the 80% drop in other theft particularly noteworthy, as it indicates progress in safeguarding personal property.

Tenby's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 53.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 9.2 per 1,000. This drop aligns with a broader trend of reduced crime activity, particularly in violent and property offences. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents, illustrating a relatively low level of exposure compared to national averages. On a daily basis, Tenby recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while localised, provides a tangible sense of the area’s current security profile. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these numbers: with 8,168 residents, the monthly crime total of 35 equates to a manageable proportion of the community. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, though direct comparisons remain limited to aggregate statistics. The decline in shoplifting and other theft—down 90% and 80% respectively—suggests targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have contributed to this shift, though further analysis would be needed to confirm specific drivers.