Pembrokeshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime profile in November 2023 reveals a distinct mix of offences that may reflect the area's coastal geography and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.8% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category. This dominance of violent crime, despite the area's overall rate being 17.3% below the UK average, suggests a combination of local factors and broader trends. The prevalence of violence may be influenced by the area's mix of rural and urban environments, where social interactions in community hubs or during seasonal events like Bonfire Night could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed with 12.8% of reported crimes, a figure 24% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community initiatives. Criminal damage and arson (11.7% of crimes) were 19% above the UK average, a contrast that might stem from the area's natural landscape and the potential for disputes over land use or environmental concerns. The month also saw a sharp rise in bicycle theft (up 100% from zero to four incidents), which could be tied to increased cycling during darker evenings or the influx of tourists. Meanwhile, vehicle crime remained 80% below the UK average, a trend that may be explained by the area's lower population density and the presence of rural roads that are less frequented. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping, dark evenings, and Bonfire Night—may have influenced crime patterns, with opportunities for theft and anti-social behaviour rising during these periods. However, the overall rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents remains a testament to the area's generally low crime environment, even as specific categories fluctuate. This balance of crime types illustrates a community where violent and property-related offences coexist, shaped by both local characteristics and national trends.

November 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person increased by 100% (from 0 to 1), robbery rose by 100% (from 1 to 2), and bicycle theft surged by 100% (from 0 to 4). These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which can heighten opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 86.7% (from 15 to 2), burglary fell by 57.1% (from 35 to 15), and other crime decreased by 13.3% (from 15 to 13). The area's violent crime rate—2.7 per 1,000—was 4% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.8 per 1,000) was 24% below the national rate. This divergence suggests that local dynamics, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may be influencing outcomes in distinct ways.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, an 8.0% decrease from the previous month's 6.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as shorter evenings and reduced tourism activity may temper opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 26 crimes per day, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 161 residents. This figure, while low, reflects the area's relatively stable security environment compared to the UK average. With a population of 125,761, the 779 total crimes reported in November represent a consistent pattern of low-level, community-focused offences. The drop in burglary and vehicle crime—71% and 80% below the UK average, respectively—suggests that local efforts to secure properties and public spaces may be effective, though further analysis would be required to confirm causal links.