Pembrokeshire Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2023 remained at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 63.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This continued disparity reflects the area's unique social and geographic profile — a mix of rural landscapes, coastal communities, and smaller towns that may inherently support lower crime rates compared to densely populated urban centres. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (33.3%) and criminal damage and arson (7.8%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of May, when longer evenings and increased outdoor activity can influence social interactions. The data also reveals that Pembrokeshire's violent crime rate is 60% below the UK average, suggesting factors such as community cohesion, effective local policing, or the area's natural geography may contribute to this trend. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour — a 34.8% increase from April — indicates a need for vigilance, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or social hubs. This uptick may be linked to the start of the tourist season, which brings more visitors to coastal regions, or to the easing of pandemic-related restrictions that allowed for greater public gatherings. While the overall crime rate remains low, the seasonal context of May — with its bank holidays and extended daylight — may have created conditions where anti-social behaviour is more likely to occur. Residents are advised to remain aware of their surroundings, especially during late evenings and in popular public spaces, as these are times and places where such incidents are more commonly reported. The relatively low levels of property crime, including burglary (1.1% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (0.6% of total crimes), further illustrate the area's distinct crime profile, which contrasts sharply with the UK average. This suggests that Pembrokeshire's approach to community safety, whether through local initiatives or natural deterrents, may be playing a role in maintaining these lower rates. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour highlights the need for targeted measures to address emerging patterns, particularly as the summer season progresses.

May 2023 saw a 34.8% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from 89 to 120. This surge, coupled with longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, may partly explain the uptick. Meanwhile, vehicle crime plummeted by 88.9% (from 18 to 2), burglary dropped 81.8% (from 22 to 4), and other crime fell 78.9% (from 19 to 4), reflecting possible seasonal or localized deterrents. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category (38.3% of total crimes), remain 60% below the UK average. This divergence from national trends highlights the area's unique characteristics — perhaps a combination of rural isolation and community policing efforts. Residents should note that anti-social behaviour is now the most reported category, a shift that may signal changes in local social patterns or reporting practices during the late spring season.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a stark contrast to the previous month's rate of 7.6 per 1,000 — a 62.5% decrease. This drop underscores a significant shift in local crime dynamics, though the area remains far below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. Daily crime figures reveal 12 crimes reported per day in May, a manageable frequency for a largely rural and coastal district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 349 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low exposure to crime in Pembrokeshire compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that the area's crime profile is markedly safer than the national context, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour remaining lower than UK averages. This suggests that local factors — such as community engagement or geographic isolation — may contribute to the sustained low crime rates, even as specific categories like anti-social behaviour show seasonal fluctuations.