Powys Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime rate in Powys for April 2025 stands at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly higher than the previous month’s rate of 5.8, remains a testament to the area’s relatively low levels of criminal activity. The most common crime type is violence and sexual offences, which account for nearly half (48.3%) of all reported incidents. This category’s rate (3.0 per 1,000) is 15% above the UK average, suggesting a localised concentration of incidents that may be linked to specific community dynamics or seasonal factors. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, saw a sharp rise of 55.1% compared to March, potentially influenced by the Easter holiday period and increased social interactions during the spring season. Meanwhile, other categories such as shoplifting and vehicle crime remain well below UK averages, a pattern consistent with the rural character of Powys, where commercial activity is more dispersed and less concentrated in high-traffic urban centres. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the transition to warmer weather—likely contributes to shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences and anti-social behaviour rising as outdoor activity increases. This interplay between local demographics and seasonal rhythms offers a nuanced picture of crime in Powys, where the overall rate remains low but specific types of crime show distinct trends.

April 2025 saw a marked 55.1% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 69 to 107. This surge, though significant, contrasts with a 75% drop in robbery cases, which fell from four to one. The decrease in vehicle crime—down 39.1% to 14 incidents—may reflect seasonal changes, as spring weather encourages more outdoor activity and potentially reduces vehicle-related theft. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 48.3% of all reported incidents, though at a rate (3.0 per 1,000) that is 15% above the UK average for this category. This divergence highlights a local pattern: while Powys as a whole is safer than the UK average, certain crime types—particularly those linked to public spaces—show higher rates. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour is a tangible concern, as it directly impacts community safety in local areas.

In April 2025, Powys saw a 7.6% increase in its crime rate compared to March, rising from 5.8 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while notable, keeps the area’s rate 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the local figure translates to approximately 28 crimes reported each day, a number that may feel more tangible when considering the monthly exposure: over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 160 residents. This ratio, while not insignificant, underscores the relative safety of Powys compared to national averages. The population context further clarifies this: with 135,059 residents, the crime rate remains low enough that most individuals are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily routines, even with the month-on-month rise. The increase appears concentrated in specific categories—anti-social behaviour and public order—rather than a broad uptick across all crime types, suggesting localized factors may be at play.