Fishguard vs New Quay — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Fishguard

SA65 · Pembrokeshire

42

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Criminal damage & arson9
  • Burglary4

New Quay

SA45 · Ceredigion

5

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft1

New Quay has less crime — 5 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Fishguard recorded substantially more crime than New Quay in February 2026 — 42 incidents compared to 5, a 8.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fishguard sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Burglary (4), while New Quay has more Other theft (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Fishguard or New Quay safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, New Quay recorded fewer crimes than Fishguard — 5 vs 42 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. New Quay is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Fishguard and New Quay?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Fishguard saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Burglary while New Quay had more Other theft. Overall, New Quay recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 42).

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