Tenby Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a significant spike in violent crime within Tenby, a coastal town in Pembrokeshire, where the overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents remained 35.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. The most alarming trend was the 43.8% increase in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 57.5% of all reported crimes — a stark contrast to the UK average for this category. This surge occurred against the backdrop of darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping period, factors that may have contributed to increased social interactions and potential conflicts in public spaces. Drug-related crimes also saw a 150% month-on-month rise, with incidents doubling from 2 to 5, suggesting possible shifts in local drug markets or increased visibility of illicit activity during the holiday season. While property crimes remained relatively low at 7 total incidents, the dominance of violent crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in public areas. The area's low crime rate compared to national standards reflects its character as a tourist destination with a strong community presence, though the recent spikes underscore the importance of local initiatives to address emerging issues. Seasonal factors, including the transition to shorter daylight hours and the influx of visitors during peak periods, likely played a role in shaping these patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm direct causal links.

November 2024 saw a stark 150% increase in drug-related crimes, with reports rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This sharp rise, coupled with a 43.8% jump in violence and sexual offences (from 16 to 23), signals a troubling shift in crime patterns. While property crimes remained minimal at 7 total incidents, the dominance of violent crime — accounting for 57.5% of all reported crimes — contrasts sharply with the UK average for this category, which is 9% lower. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 50%, from 2 to 3 incidents, a trend consistent with the darker evenings of November and the area's seasonal rhythms. Several categories showed marked declines: criminal damage and arson fell by 77.8%, and other theft dropped by 50%, suggesting that targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have temporarily curbed these activities. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high foot traffic during the early evening, given the disproportionate rise in violent incidents.

Tenby's crime rate rose slightly to 4.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, a 2.7% increase from the previous month's 4.8 per 1,000. This places the area 35.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, maintaining its position as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK. On a daily basis, 1.3 crimes were reported over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the area's relatively low overall crime levels. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure means that one crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents — a rate that, while slightly higher than October, remains significantly lower than national benchmarks. The population context further underscores this: with 8,168 residents, the 40 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden compared to larger urban centres. This suggests that while localised spikes in specific crime categories warrant attention, the overall safety profile of Tenby remains strong relative to both its immediate surroundings and the UK as a whole.