Haverfordwest vs Penally — 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

Penally

SA70 · Pembrokeshire

2

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Criminal damage & arson1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Penally has less crime — 2 vs 223 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Haverfordwest recorded substantially more crime than Penally in February 2026 — 223 incidents compared to 2, a 111.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haverfordwest sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (42) and Shoplifting (23), while Penally has more Criminal damage & arson (1). Haverfordwest sits above the national average for recorded crime while Penally is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Haverfordwest or Penally safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Penally recorded fewer crimes than Haverfordwest — 2 vs 223 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Penally is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Haverfordwest and Penally?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Haverfordwest saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Penally had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Penally recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 223).

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