Carmarthen vs Pembroke Dock — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Carmarthen

SA31 · Carmarthenshire

244

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences98
  • Public order32
  • Shoplifting24

Pembroke Dock

SA72 · Pembrokeshire

118

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences59
  • Public order10
  • Anti-social behaviour10

Pembroke Dock has less crime — 118 vs 244 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Carmarthen recorded notably higher crime than Pembroke Dock in April 2026 — 244 vs 118 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Carmarthen sees higher rates of Shoplifting (24), while Pembroke Dock has more Anti-social behaviour (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Carmarthen or Pembroke Dock safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Pembroke Dock recorded fewer crimes than Carmarthen — 118 vs 244 incidents. That is 52% fewer crimes. Carmarthen is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Carmarthen and Pembroke Dock?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Carmarthen saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Pembroke Dock had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Pembroke Dock recorded fewer total crimes (118 vs 244).

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