Pembrokeshire Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire’s December 2024 crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 9.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, the lowest in the local authority district since 2022, reflects a combination of seasonal factors and persistent trends in crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for nearly 50% of all reported incidents (399 cases) — a rate of 3.2 per 1,000, 25% above the UK average for this category. Criminal damage and arson followed with 92 cases (11.5% of total crimes), while public order offences (61 cases) maintained a rate consistent with the UK average. The seasonal context of December, with its long evenings, Christmas shopping peak, and increased social gatherings, likely contributed to the prominence of violent and public order crimes. Anti-social behaviour rates (0.5 per 1,000) were 47% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing efforts in quieter areas. The area’s coastal geography and seasonal tourism patterns may also explain the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and theft from the person compared to urban counterparts. However, the sharp rise in robbery cases later in the month highlights the need for vigilance during holiday periods when homes are often unoccupied.

December 2024 saw a dramatic 100% increase in robbery cases, with four incidents reported — a stark contrast to the previous month’s zero. This spike, combined with a 100% rise in theft from the person (from three to six cases), underscores heightened risks during the festive season, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell sharply by 52.6% (19 to 9 cases), possibly due to reduced car usage during the holiday period or improved security measures in car parks. Shoplifting rates also declined by 30.2% (from 53 to 37 cases), aligning with seasonal trends as retail outlets adjusted to post-Christmas demand. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 13% (69 to 60 cases), potentially reflecting the impact of community initiatives or temporary deterrence during the holiday season. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000 — 25% above the UK average — a figure consistent with Pembrokeshire’s history of concentrated violent incidents in specific areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rates were significantly below UK averages, illustrating the area’s unique crime profile shaped by its coastal and rural characteristics.

Pembrokeshire’s crime rate in December 2024 (6.4 per 1,000 residents) represented a 6.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 26 crimes per day — a figure that, while manageable, highlights the persistent need for vigilance in certain sectors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 157 residents, a ratio that places Pembrokeshire among the safer local authority districts in the UK. With a population of 125,761, this monthly exposure rate suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though targeted areas — particularly those with high foot traffic or seasonal activity — may face concentrated risks. The comparison to the UK average (7.1 per 1,000) reinforces Pembrokeshire’s position as a relatively low-crime region, though the elevated rates of violence and sexual offences indicate specific vulnerabilities that require targeted interventions. These figures, when contextualised against the area’s population size, demonstrate that while overall crime is low, certain categories demand closer attention from local authorities.