Brecon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Brecon in February 2024 reveals a strikingly low incidence of crime, dominated entirely by anti-social behaviour. At 0.8 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 88.7% below the UK average of 7.1, a disparity that underscores its distinct character as a rural built-up area within Powys. The absence of property or violent crimes, with anti-social behaviour accounting for 100% of incidents, highlights a crime mix that diverges from more densely populated regions. This pattern is consistent with Brecon’s likely status as a small, low-density community, where social interactions are more limited and public spaces are less frequented. Seasonal factors also play a role: February’s winter conditions, with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may contribute to the subdued crime levels. The UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.1 per 1,000, but Brecon’s rate of 0.8 per 1,000 is 24% below that benchmark, suggesting local initiatives or environmental factors—such as community cohesion or limited nightlife—help suppress such incidents. The low crime rate is further amplified by the area’s small population, which reduces opportunities for certain types of crime. While the data does not provide evidence of specific interventions, the combination of geography, population size, and seasonal patterns likely explains the stark contrast to national trends.

February 2024 saw a 44.4% drop in anti-social behaviour, the sole crime type reported, from 9 incidents in January to 5. This decline aligns with the seasonal lull typical of winter months, when outdoor activity is limited and community interactions are more contained. Anti-social behaviour in Brecon remains 24% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000, a gap that suggests local factors—such as the town’s rural character and smaller population—contribute to lower levels of such incidents. The absence of other crime types, including property or violent crimes, further reinforces the unique crime profile of Brecon. For residents, the 0 crimes per day figure offers a tangible reassurance of the area’s safety, particularly when compared to the UK’s much higher rates.

Brecon’s crime rate in February 2024 fell by 83.9% compared to January 2024, reflecting a sharp decline from 4.8 to 0.8 per 1,000 residents. This drop underscores a marked shift in local crime dynamics, with no crimes reported on 29 of the month’s days. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 0 crimes per day, a figure that highlights the rarity of incidents in Brecon. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 1,301 residents, a statistic that contextualises the low monthly exposure for residents. This contrast with the UK average, where 7.1 crimes occur per 1,000 people, further illustrates Brecon’s relative safety. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even in the most active month of the year, the likelihood of encountering crime remains exceptionally low, a characteristic consistent with Brecon’s rural setting and small community size.