Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA65 · Pembrokeshire
42
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SA38 · Carmarthenshire
19
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Newcastle Emlyn has less crime — 19 vs 42 incidents in February 2026.
Fishguard recorded notably higher crime than Newcastle Emlyn in February 2026 — 42 vs 19 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Fishguard sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9), while Newcastle Emlyn has more Drugs (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Newcastle Emlyn recorded fewer crimes than Fishguard — 19 vs 42 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Newcastle Emlyn is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Fishguard saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Newcastle Emlyn had more Drugs. Overall, Newcastle Emlyn recorded fewer total crimes (19 vs 42).