Betws vs Llanelli Rural — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Betws

SA18 · Carmarthenshire

8

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Drugs1

Llanelli Rural

SA15 · Carmarthenshire

49

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Public order5
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Betws has less crime — 8 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Llanelli Rural recorded substantially more crime than Betws in April 2026 — 49 incidents compared to 8, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Betws sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Drugs (1), while Llanelli Rural has more Public order (5) and Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Betws or Llanelli Rural safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Betws recorded fewer crimes than Llanelli Rural — 8 vs 49 incidents. That is 84% fewer crimes. Betws is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Betws and Llanelli Rural?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Betws saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Drugs while Llanelli Rural had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Betws recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 49).

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