Crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire: statistics, rates and trends
251 crimes were recorded in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire in the 12 months to August 2026, 60.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- Types of crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- Pembrey, Carmarthenshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- Demographics of Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- Questions about crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (155), anti-social behaviour (27) and public order (18) made up 80% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,617th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Pembrey, Carmarthenshire | Carmarthenshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 251 | 16,483 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 60.0 | 86.4 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 4,183 | 190,800 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire peaked in the year to August 2020 (314 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2024 (175). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it rose 2%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 251 | 60.0 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 301 | 72.0 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 175 | 41.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 290 | 69.3 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 239 | 57.1 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 300 | 71.7 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 314 | 75.1 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 282 | 67.4 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 245 | 58.6 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 20 |
| July 2026 | 28 |
| June 2026 | 19 |
| May 2026 | 26 |
| April 2026 | 22 |
| March 2026 | 24 |
| February 2026 | 16 |
| January 2026 | 18 |
| December 2025 | 14 |
| November 2025 | 19 |
| October 2025 | 19 |
| September 2025 | 26 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and anti-social behaviour (58% below) was well below it.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 155 | 37.1 | 34.2 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 | 6.5 | 15.4 | n/a |
| Public order | 18 | 4.3 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 11 | 2.6 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Other theft | 10 | 2.4 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.2 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Drugs | 8 | 1.9 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Other crime | 6 | 1.4 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.0 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.5 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 1.0 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
Every one of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods has a higher crime rate than Pembrey, Carmarthenshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Pembrey, Carmarthenshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burry Port | 470 | 111.1 | +85% |
| Hengoed | 330 | 75.0 | +25% |
| Tyisha | 1,470 | 266.8 | +345% |
| Kidwelly and St Ishmael | 339 | 66.9 | +11% |
| Lliedi | 642 | 117.9 | +96% |
| Glanymor | 959 | 150.5 | +151% |
| Bigyn | 1,084 | 162.7 | +171% |
| Dafen and Felinfoel | 702 | 135.9 | +127% |
The 10 locations below account for 54% of the crime recorded in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Ashburnham Road” (25).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Ashburnham Road | 25 |
| On or near Factory Road | 15 |
| On or near Gwelfor | 15 |
| On or near Bro Deri | 14 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 13 |
| On or near Tirwaun | 13 |
| On or near Waun Sidan | 12 |
| On or near Burry Road | 10 |
| On or near Llys-Y-Llyfrgell | 10 |
| On or near Bryneithin | 9 |
Of the 224 crimes in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire with a recorded outcome, 18% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 0.9% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 27 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 115 | 51.3% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 40 | 17.9% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 30 | 13.4% | 11.5% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 5.8% | 3.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 3.1% | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 2 | 0.9% | 5.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% | 0.5% |
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire has an estimated population of 4,183 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less private renting (9.8%, against 20.3%), more retired residents (33%, against 22%) and an older population (28%, against 19%). On the Wales WIMD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Pembrey, Carmarthenshire average decile 5.6 (1 = most deprived), close to the middle.
| Measure | Pembrey, Carmarthenshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.2% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.8% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 47.3% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 32.5% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 6.0% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 32.3% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 18.3% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 13.0% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.8% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 13.2% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 9.8% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 | 5.5 (Wales) |
Is Pembrey, Carmarthenshire a safe place to live?
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire recorded 60.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,617th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 155 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (27).
Is crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Pembrey, Carmarthenshire was down 17% on the year before: 251 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 301 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Pembrey, Carmarthenshire?
About 4,183 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 28% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Pembrey, Carmarthenshire?
Pembrey, Carmarthenshire is policed by Dyfed-Powys.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.