Pembrokeshire Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2023, Pembrokeshire recorded 814 crimes across its population of 125,761 residents, translating to a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 people. This figure is 21.7% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s relatively low crime profile despite its status as a tourist destination. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.1% of all reported incidents. This high proportion aligns with the seasonal context of July, a time when Pembrokeshire’s coastal resorts, festivals, and outdoor events attract large numbers of visitors. The presence of these activities may create environments where interpersonal conflicts and alcohol-related incidents are more likely to occur, though the rate of violence in the area remains 4% above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common crime, contributing 15.6% of the total, a figure that is 30% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be explained by the area’s rural and coastal character, which could limit the density of public spaces where anti-social behaviour typically concentrates. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were significantly below the UK average, with burglary at 3.9% of the total and vehicle crime at 1.1%. These figures may reflect the lower population density of Pembrokeshire and the reduced opportunities for such crimes compared to urban centres. The seasonal context of July, with schools out and tourism at its peak, likely influences the crime profile, as the influx of visitors may both increase opportunities for certain crimes and draw additional policing resources to the area. However, the overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, suggesting that the local environment, combined with seasonal factors, contributes to a crime picture that is distinct from more densely populated regions.

July 2023 saw a striking 175% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from four to eleven. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened foot traffic during summer festivals or increased opportunities in crowded public spaces. Conversely, robbery incidents fell by two-thirds, from three to one, a decline that could be attributed to heightened policing during the tourist season or a seasonal shift in criminal activity. The crime mix also reveals notable contrasts: violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.1% of all reported crimes, a proportion that is 4% above the UK average. This suggests that the area’s crime profile is shaped by factors such as the presence of tourist hubs or social events that contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Meanwhile, shoplifting in Pembrokeshire was 67% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend, reflecting the area’s lower retail density or the impact of seasonal tourism on retail crime patterns.

Pembrokeshire's July 2023 crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents represents a 15.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.7 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the seasonal rhythm of the area, where summer holidays and festivals may temporarily reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 26 crimes per day in July, a figure that contextualises the pace of reported incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in relation to the population size. This statistic, when considered alongside Pembrokeshire’s coastal and rural character, suggests that the area’s geographic spread and seasonal activities may contribute to a crime profile that differs from more densely populated regions. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the notion that Pembrokeshire’s crime rate remains lower than the UK average, even as it navigates the complexities of summer tourism and outdoor events.