Pembrokeshire Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

August 2023 in Pembrokeshire revealed an unexpected surge in 'Other crime' reports, a development that challenges assumptions about seasonal crime patterns in the area. The overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents, 14.8% below the UK average of 8.1, masks a complex picture where certain categories deviate significantly from national norms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, comprising 44.9% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000—17% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be linked to Pembrokeshire's coastal geography, where summer tourism and transient populations could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 31% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's relatively low population density and strong community policing efforts. Meanwhile, the seasonal context of August—marked by peak holiday activity—likely influenced patterns such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, though the 200% rise in 'Other crime' remains unexplained by typical seasonal factors. The interplay between tourism, local demographics, and law enforcement strategies appears to shape Pembrokeshire's crime profile in ways that diverge from broader UK trends.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in 'Other crime' reports, rising from 6 to 18 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 55.6% rise in vehicle crime (9 to 14) and a 48.1% increase in shoplifting (27 to 40), highlights a shift in crime patterns during the peak holiday season. Meanwhile, other thefts fell by 19.4% (62 to 50), and burglary decreased by 6.3% (32 to 30), suggesting some crime types may be influenced by seasonal factors such as increased police presence or temporary economic pressures. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 44.9% of all crimes, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000—17% above the UK average of 2.6. This divergence underscores the area's unique challenges, particularly in high-traffic tourist zones. A resident might find the 18 reported 'Other crime' incidents particularly noteworthy, as this category often includes less predictable offences that may require tailored community responses.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in August 2023 rose 6.8% from 6.5 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents compared to July, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, 28 crimes were reported each day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in the area. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 145 residents in the district during August, a metric that provides a tangible sense of the scale of incidents relative to the population. This rate remains 14.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting Pembrokeshire's continued position as a relatively safer area nationally. The population context further illustrates that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the localised nature of crime—particularly in tourist areas and coastal towns—may influence specific crime types more than others. The combination of seasonal tourism and the district's geography likely plays a role in shaping these patterns.