Tenby Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tenby’s crime rate for June 2024 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s generally low crime profile, shaped by its coastal location and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents, a category that saw a rate of 2.8 per 1,000—just 1% above the UK average. Public order offences followed closely at 10.9% of the total, with a rate of 0.6 per 1,000, 2% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour, at 8.7% of the total, was 64% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s relatively calm social environment. The start of summer, with its longer days and increasing tourist activity, may have contributed to the elevated rate of violence. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting were comparatively rare, with burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 and shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000—both significantly below national averages. These patterns align with Tenby’s character as a small, tourist-driven coastal town, where community cohesion and limited urban density likely play a role in keeping crime rates low. However, the seasonal influx of visitors may also introduce new dynamics, particularly around public order and violent incidents, requiring ongoing attention from local authorities.

June 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with burglary, other theft, and possession of weapons all increasing by 100% compared to May. This surge, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential uptick in targeted incidents. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, and drugs-related crimes also dropped by half, possibly reflecting seasonal changes or local interventions. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 50% of all crimes, though their rate (2.8 per 1,000) was just 1% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 64% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 1.4 per 1,000 seen nationally. Residents may find the 100% increase in burglary particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for heightened awareness around property security during the summer months.

Tenby’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 4.5% compared to May 2024, moving from 5.4 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase, though modest, reflects the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two reported crimes per day over the course of June—a figure that, while low, underscores the need for consistent community vigilance. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 178 residents, a statistic that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. This monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Tenby, particularly when contrasted with the UK average, yet the small upward shift suggests a need for continued monitoring of emerging trends.