Tenby Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 8,168 residents, Tenby's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 in January 2025 translates to 29 total crimes. This figure is 49.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, placing Tenby among the safest areas in the country. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 51.7% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (6.9%), other theft (6.9%), and public order offences (6.9%). This concentration of violent crime is notable, though the rate for this category remains 28% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday lulls, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate. In a coastal town like Tenby, where tourism fluctuates significantly throughout the year, the winter months often see a natural decline in outdoor crimes. However, the high proportion of violent offences raises questions about local factors, such as community dynamics or the impact of transient populations. The low rates of property crimes, including shoplifting and vehicle crime, which are 68% and 76% below UK averages respectively, further support the idea that Tenby's unique character, with its focus on tourism and small-town life, plays a role in maintaining lower crime levels. These patterns are consistent with other coastal resorts, where the balance between resident populations and seasonal visitors creates a distinct crime profile.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Tenby. Drug-related incidents surged by 100%, rising from zero to one reported case, a change that could be linked to seasonal transitions or changes in local demographics. Similarly, other theft and possession of weapons both increased by 100%, though these remain low-level occurrences. In contrast, criminal damage and arson dropped by 75%, from eight to two cases, possibly reflecting the reduced activity typical of winter months. Shoplifting also fell by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, aligning with the seasonal context of lower retail footfall in January. Violent crimes, which made up 51.7% of all reported incidents, were 28% below the UK average for that category, highlighting a relative safety in this area despite the high proportion of violent offences. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in Tenby, where local factors such as tourism cycles and seasonal changes play a significant role.

Tenby's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure from the previous month. This consistency suggests no sudden spikes or dips in criminal activity during the transition between December and January. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 8,168 residents. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 282 residents experienced a reported crime, a metric that contextualises the impact of crime on the local community. Given Tenby's status as a coastal tourist destination, the low crime rate aligns with the seasonal context of January, which typically sees reduced visitor numbers and shorter daylight hours. This stability contrasts with other months in the year when tourism peaks, potentially increasing foot traffic and associated risks. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even a single crime can feel significant in a closely-knit community, though the overall figures remain well below national averages.