Crime Rate in Cenarth and Llangeler: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cenarth and Llangeler

The total recorded crimes in Cenarth and Llangeler, Carmarthenshire, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cenarth and Llangeler crime rate of 212.23 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Cenarth and Llangeler, encompassing approximately 160 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Cenarth and Llangeler Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Ffinnant Quarry with total crimes: 7
  • Ger Y Llan with total crimes: 4
  • Station Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Cenarth and Llangeler?

To understand the safety of Cenarth and Llangeler, we need to analyze Cenarth and Llangeler crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Carmarthenshire:

    • In 2024, Cenarth and Llangeler demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Carmarthenshire average, with 200 crimes compared to 235.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Cenarth and Llangeler witnessed more crimes than 33 out of 51 other areas in the Carmarthenshire.

    • In 2023, Cenarth and Llangeler experienced a greater number of crimes than the Carmarthenshire average, with 294 crimes compared to 290. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Cenarth and Llangeler witnessed more crimes than 36 out of 51 other areas in the Carmarthenshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Carmarthenshire, Cenarth and Llangeler has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Cenarth and Llangeler Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cenarth and Llangeler has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 212.23 ranking 15th out of 51 in the Carmarthenshire, UK

In 2024, the total Cenarth and Llangeler crimes were 200. The crime rate of Cenarth and Llangeler in 2024 was 1248.44 (year) or 104.04 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Carmarthenshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cenarth and Llangeler were around 294 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1835.21 (year) or 152.93 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Carmarthenshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cenarth and Llangeler)CrimesRank (Cenarth and Llangeler)CrimesRank (Cenarth and Llangeler)
Carmarthen Town North and South190 11,326 11,546 1
Tyisha107 2979 21,522 2
Bigyn70 5746 4904 3
Glanymor83 3822 3819 4
Ammanford82 4596 5795 5
Lliedi64 8477 7592 6
Dafen and Felinfoel68 7578 6533 7
Carmarthen Town West68 6306 11363 13
Llwynhendy53 10381 9455 8
Burry Port53 9384 8407 10
Llannon44 11309 10439 9
Hengoed29 18282 12395 11
Bynea43 12256 14375 12
Llangyndeyrn14 33262 13240 20
Pembrey36 13179 20289 17
Llangunnor31 17222 15352 14
Llanboidy36 14111 34126 35
Llanybydder18 27211 17295 15
Kidwelly and St Ishmael33 16215 16232 21
Gorslas25 21150 26256 18
St Clears and Llansteffan20 26207 18213 22
Llandeilo21 24117 32255 19
Llangennech27 19177 21211 23
Saron27 20161 25195 27
Hendy10 40176 22135 33
Trimsaran24 22115 33208 24
Llanfihangel Aberbythych18 28174 23204 26
Laugharne Township23 2398 38102 40
Llandybie20 25161 24186 28
Cwarter Bach8 43138 27206 25
Garnant15 30129 28149 32
Glanamman9 42121 31174 29
Llanfihangel-ar-Arth8 45128 29164 30
Betws18 2985 4195 41
Whitland11 39127 30133 34
Llandovery8 46109 36161 31
Swiss Valley15 3161 4649 49
Elli14 32111 35102 39
Penygroes13 3472 4489 43
Trelech12 3577 4260 47
Pontyberem7 4892 40112 36
Glyn11 3697 39106 37
Tycroes11 37109 3794 42
Cilycwm3 5075 43106 38
Manordeilo and Salem11 3867 4547 50
Llangadog10 4138 5160 46
Llanddarog7 4753 4882 44
Llanegwad8 4454 4754 48
Llwchwr1 5252 4963 45
Abergwili6 4949 5043 51
Cynwyl Elfed2 5121 5215 52

Cenarth and Llangeler Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 20258
May 20258
April 202516
March 202510
February 202510
January 202510
November 20249
October 202416
September 20249
August 202414

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
April 20253
February 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
August 20243

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
March 20256
February 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
November 20241

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20254
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

High Crime Locations Cenarth and Llangeler in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Cenarth and Llangeler postcode area is presented below.

1. Ffinnant Quarry (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
2. Ger Y Llan (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Station Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
4. Castle Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Penlan Terrace (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Derby Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Gelligatti (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Gelligatti (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Trewern (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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