Powys Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2024, Powys recorded a crime rate of 0.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 92.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s status as one of the safest in the UK, a pattern consistent with its rural character and low population density. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 81% of all reported crimes, with 64 incidents recorded—a figure that, while significantly lower than the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000, reflects a notable 120.7% increase from March. The seasonal context of April—Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have contributed to this surge, as anti-social behaviour often rises in periods of heightened social interaction. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than in March, remained 96% below the UK average, with 8 incidents reported. Public order offences also rose, but stayed 100% below the UK figure. The overall picture suggests that while Powys’ crime rates remain exceptionally low, the nature of incidents—primarily anti-social and public order—points to challenges tied to community dynamics and seasonal fluctuations, which may require targeted local strategies to address effectively.

April 2024 saw a 120.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, the most significant jump among all crime categories, rising from 29 to 64 incidents. This surge was accompanied by a 66.7% increase in public order offences and a 100% rise in possession of weapons, both of which are now 100% below their respective UK averages. Conversely, other crime fell by 80% (from 5 to 1), and violence and sexual offences decreased by 20%, though both categories still remain 96% and 59% below UK averages respectively. These shifts highlight a mixed picture: while anti-social behaviour and public order issues rose, more serious crimes like violence and sexual offences saw declines. For residents, the 81% share of anti-social behaviour in total crimes offers a concrete insight into the most pressing local concern, suggesting that community-focused interventions may be particularly relevant in addressing this trend.

The crime rate in Powys rose by 41.5% from 0.4 per 1,000 in March 2024 to 0.6 per 1,000 in April 2024, reflecting a modest upward trend. Despite this increase, the area remains vastly safer than the UK average, with crime rates in Powys 92.2% below the national figure. On a daily basis, the local data shows an average of three crimes reported per day across the 30-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the pace of incidents in the area. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 1,710 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in this rural district. This low frequency is consistent with Powys’ character as a sparsely populated region, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower crime exposure. While the increase from March is notable, the absolute numbers remain exceptionally low, reinforcing the area’s status as one of the safest in the UK.