Pembrokeshire Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire’s crime profile in February 2024 was marked by a stark imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violent incidents (11) outnumbering property crimes (5) despite both categories being significantly below UK averages. This dominance of violent crime may reflect the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile, where coastal communities and rural settlements often experience different dynamics compared to densely populated urban centres. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 74.4% of all recorded crimes, a figure that, while lower than the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000 (by 52%), remains a persistent challenge for local authorities. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull—likely contributed to the overall low crime rate, though the persistence of anti-social behaviour suggests deeper social or environmental factors. Violence and sexual offences, at 0.1 per 1,000, were 96% below the UK average, a statistic consistent with Pembrokeshire’s low population density and strong community networks. Property crimes, though fewer in number, still accounted for 6.4% of total incidents, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s limited retail presence and lower economic activity compared to urban regions. The data underscores the importance of addressing anti-social behaviour through community engagement, while the overall safety profile of Pembrokeshire aligns with its reputation as a low-crime, high-quality-of-life destination.

February 2024 saw a sharp decline in violence and sexual offences, falling by 87.8% to 11 incidents from 90 in January. This drop contrasts with a 50% increase in public order offences, rising from two to three, suggesting shifting patterns in local tensions. Shoplifting also fell by 85.7%, from seven to one, a trend consistent with the winter lull in retail activity. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category, contributing 74.4% of all crimes, yet still 52% below the UK average. The category of 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, rising from zero to one incident—a rare spike that may reflect unreported or under-recorded issues. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour and public order issues persist, even as broader trends show improvement.

Pembrokeshire’s crime rate in February 2024 dropped to 0.6 per 1,000 residents, a 63.5% decline from the previous month’s rate of 1.7 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the winter lull in outdoor activity typical of the area, where low population density and seasonal inactivity may limit opportunities for crime. Daily crime statistics show an average of three reported incidents per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in public spaces. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 1,612 residents—a ratio that reflects the area’s relatively safe environment compared to national trends. With a population of 125,761, Pembrokeshire’s crime profile illustrates the impact of geographic and seasonal factors on local safety, particularly during the colder months when community cohesion and reduced foot traffic may contribute to lower incident rates.