Haverfordwest vs New Quay — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Haverfordwest

SA61 · Pembrokeshire

223

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences90
  • Anti-social behaviour42
  • Shoplifting23

New Quay

SA45 · Ceredigion

5

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences4
  • Other theft1

New Quay has less crime — 5 vs 223 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Haverfordwest recorded substantially more crime than New Quay in February 2026 — 223 incidents compared to 5, a 44.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haverfordwest sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (42) and Shoplifting (23), while New Quay has more Other theft (1). Haverfordwest sits above the national average for recorded crime while New Quay is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

Get a detailed crime report

Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.

Get the full Haverfordwest report — £4.99 Get the full New Quay report — £4.99
View Haverfordwest area page → View New Quay area page →

Frequently asked questions

Is Haverfordwest or New Quay safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, New Quay recorded fewer crimes than Haverfordwest — 5 vs 223 incidents. That is 98% fewer crimes. New Quay is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Haverfordwest saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while New Quay had more Other theft. Overall, New Quay recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 223).

Compare other areas

Nolton vs New QuayWiston vs New QuayPencaer vs New QuayHaverfordwest vs TroedyraurHaverfordwest vs AberaeronHaverfordwest vs Llangoedmor