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 March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cenarth and Llangeler crime rate of 143.57 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Cenarth and Llangeler Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Ffinnant Quarry with total crimes: 3
  • Ger Y Llan with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Cenarth and Llangeler has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 143.57 ranking 22th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Carmarthenshire)CrimesRank (Carmarthenshire)CrimesRank (Carmarthenshire)
Carmarthen Town North and South154 11,326 11,546 1
Tyisha109 2979 21,522 2
Bigyn76 5746 4904 3
Glanymor89 3822 3819 4
Ammanford84 4596 5795 5
Lliedi46 7477 7592 6
Dafen and Felinfoel62 6578 6533 7
Llwynhendy33 11381 9455 8
Burry Port38 10384 8407 10
Carmarthen Town West40 8306 11363 13
Llannon32 13309 10439 9
Llanybydder38 9211 17295 15
Hengoed33 12282 12395 11
Bynea27 16256 14375 12
Llangyndeyrn30 14262 13240 20
Llangunnor28 15222 15352 14
Kidwelly and St Ishmael23 19215 16232 21
Pembrey23 21179 20289 17
Llandeilo26 17117 32255 19
Gorslas17 27150 26256 18
St Clears and Llansteffan17 26207 18213 22
Llangennech24 18177 21211 23
Garnant23 20129 28149 32
Hendy7 43176 22135 33
Llanfihangel Aberbythych9 40174 23204 26
Trimsaran20 23115 33208 24
Llandybie12 31161 24186 28
Whitland19 24127 30133 34
Cwarter Bach17 28138 27206 25
Saron18 25161 25195 27
Glanamman5 49121 31174 29
Llanfihangel-ar-Arth13 29128 29164 30
Betws12 3085 4195 41
Llandovery11 33109 36161 31
Glyn12 3297 39106 37
Llanboidy6 47111 34126 35
Laugharne Township11 3498 38102 40
Elli10 38111 35102 39
Penygroes11 3572 4489 43
Pontyberem11 3692 40112 36
Tycroes4 50109 3794 42
Manordeilo and Salem10 3767 4547 50
Cilycwm9 3975 43106 38
Llanegwad9 4154 4754 48
Trelech6 4677 4260 47
Llwchwr7 4252 4963 45
Llanddarog5 4853 4882 44
Abergwili7 4449 5043 51
Swiss Valley6 4561 4649 49
Llangadog3 5138 5160 46
Cynwyl ElfedNA NA21 5215 52

Cenarth and Llangeler Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

In April 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 131 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 202510
November 20249
October 202416
September 20249
August 202414
July 20249
June 202432
May 202411
April 20241

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 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
August 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 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
May 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20244

High Crime Locations Cenarth and Llangeler in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Public order4
2. Ffinnant Quarry (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Ger Y Llan (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
4. Parc Meiros (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Penlan Terrace (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Tiraeron (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Heol Arad (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bridge Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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