Pembrokeshire Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire’s crime rate in April 2024 remained exceptionally low at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure 93.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s unique crime profile, shaped by its coastal geography and relatively low population density. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 84.4% of all reported incidents (54 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (6.3%, 4 cases) and criminal damage and arson (3.1%, 2 cases). These figures, while significantly lower than UK averages for each category, suggest a local context where community cohesion and policing strategies may play a role in mitigating more serious crimes. Seasonal factors likely influenced the data, as April’s Easter period and spring weather typically correlate with increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to the rise in anti-social behaviour. Conversely, the 60% drop in violence and sexual offences compared to March may reflect targeted interventions or the transient nature of such incidents during holidays. The area’s low property crime rate—just 4 incidents across all categories—further reinforces its status as a safer region compared to national trends, though the absence of data on specific locations limits deeper analysis of local patterns.

April 2024 saw a significant 60% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 10 to 4 incidents. This reduction, though modest in absolute terms, aligns with the category’s already stark 100% deficit compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 134.8%, rising from 23 to 54 incidents—a jump that may reflect the Easter holiday period and increased outdoor activity typical of spring. Other categories, including criminal damage and arson, as well as possession of weapons, each doubled from zero to two incidents, though they remain 100% below their respective UK averages. This mix of trends illustrates a combination of seasonal dynamics and local enforcement efforts. For residents, the 60% drop in violent crime offers a tangible indicator of improved safety in specific areas, particularly during the Easter holiday period.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 59.4% compared to the previous month, moving from 0.3 to 0.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains exceptionally low when compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to approximately two crimes reported each day across the district, a figure that underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 1,965 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the rarity of crime in Pembrokeshire. This statistic, when contextualised with the area’s population of 125,761, suggests that residents face a far lower risk of experiencing crime than the national average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives, though the increase from March raises questions about seasonal or situational factors that may have influenced reporting patterns during April.