Welshpool Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Welshpool’s crime profile in August 2025, accounting for 37.5% of all reported crimes. At 10.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 32.1% above the UK average of 8.1, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety. Anti-social behaviour follows closely with 26.4% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson contribute 6.9%. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and increased tourism—may partly explain the elevated levels of violent and disorderly incidents. This built-up area within Powys, though not densely populated, experiences a disproportionate share of certain offences compared to national trends. For instance, drugs-related crimes in Welshpool are 159% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to local patterns of substance use or distribution. Meanwhile, shoplifting, which is 5% below the UK average, indicates that retail-focused crime may be less prevalent here than in other regions. The interplay between Welshpool’s small-town character and transient visitor activity appears to shape its crime dynamics, with violence and anti-social behaviour likely influenced by the area’s seasonal rhythms and community interactions.

August 2025 saw stark shifts in Welshpool’s crime profile, with shoplifting surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and drug-related crimes rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). This marks a significant departure from previous months. Conversely, burglary fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly reflecting improved home security measures or reduced opportunities during August’s higher occupancy rates. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 55.6% (from 9 to 4), though this decrease contrasts with the 92% above UK average rate for this category. The drugs category, at 159% above the UK average, stands out as a major concern, potentially linked to local supply chains or increased consumption during the summer months. Bicycle theft rose by 100% (from 0 to 1), despite being 186% above the UK average—a small but alarming jump. These fluctuations highlight the volatility of crime patterns in Welshpool, where specific categories like drugs and anti-social behaviour consistently diverge from national norms, requiring tailored policing strategies.

Welshpool’s crime rate in August 2025 (10.7 per 1,000) marks a 25% decline from the previous month’s rate of 14.2, indicating a short-term improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, residents face an average of 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 94 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that is both specific to Welshpool’s population and reflective of its higher-than-average violent crime trends. When compared to the UK average, Welshpool’s violent crime rate (4.0 per 1,000) is 39% above the national figure, highlighting the area’s unique challenges. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that drug-related crimes, at 0.7 per 1,000, are 159% above the UK average, suggesting a localised issue that may demand targeted interventions. These comparisons illustrate how Welshpool’s crime profile diverges from broader trends, with its small-town setting amplifying certain risks while mitigating others.