Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA31 · Carmarthenshire
196
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SA73 · Pembrokeshire
69
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Milford Haven has less crime — 69 vs 196 incidents in February 2026.
Carmarthen recorded substantially more crime than Milford Haven in February 2026 — 196 incidents compared to 69, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carmarthen sees higher rates of Shoplifting (41) and Anti-social behaviour (16), while Milford Haven has more Criminal damage & arson (8) and Public order (7). Carmarthen sits above the national average for recorded crime while Milford Haven is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Milford Haven recorded fewer crimes than Carmarthen — 69 vs 196 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Milford Haven is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Carmarthen saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Milford Haven had more Criminal damage & arson and Public order. Overall, Milford Haven recorded fewer total crimes (69 vs 196).