Powys Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category in Powys' crime profile, accounting for 46.7% of all reported crimes in November 2024. With a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, the area records 30.3% fewer crimes than the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Powys' relatively safer environment compared to national trends. The breakdown shows that while property crimes (188 incidents) and violent crimes (336 incidents) dominate, the distribution within violent offences includes a significant proportion of sexual offences, which may partly explain the higher share compared to other regions. Seasonal factors appear to influence crime patterns: the transition into darker evenings, coupled with Black Friday shopping and Bonfire Night events, likely contributed to increased public order incidents and anti-social behaviour. However, the area's lower population density and rural character may also play a role in dampening overall crime rates compared to urban centres. Anti-social behaviour rates in Powys are 55% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or lower incident-prone environments. The dominance of violent crime highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of transient populations or where social services may be stretched during seasonal peaks.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Powys. Theft from the person rose by 50% (from 2 to 3 incidents), potentially linked to increased foot traffic during Black Friday sales. Conversely, burglary fell by 25.6% (from 39 to 29 incidents), a decline that may reflect improved home security measures or seasonal deterrence due to shorter days. The category of 'other crime' dropped by 37.9%, though this decrease does not align with specific data points for individual subcategories. Public order offences, at 11% of total crimes, exceeded the UK average by 18%, raising questions about the impact of Bonfire Night celebrations on local disturbances. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Powys was 77% below the UK average, likely due to the area's lower population density and fewer urban centres compared to major cities. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (71% below UK average) may indicate effective retail security or lower commercial activity in rural areas. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal events and local demographics in shaping crime trends, though the overall safety profile of Powys remains markedly better than national benchmarks.

Powys' crime rate in November 2024 (5.3 per 1,000) marks a 10.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.0 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 24 crimes per day, a figure that appears manageable for a local authority with a population of 135,059. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 188 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than many urban areas. This statistic translates to a resident experiencing a crime roughly once every 15 years, assuming no repeat incidents. When compared to the UK average, Powys' performance is striking: its crime rate is 30.3% below the national benchmark, a gap that has widened slightly over the past year. The local context suggests that Powys' rural character and lower population density contribute to this disparity, though the high proportion of violent crimes relative to other rural areas warrants further analysis. For residents, these figures imply that while the risk of encountering crime is low, the nature of incidents—particularly those involving violence—requires targeted awareness and community engagement strategies to address root causes.