Pembrokeshire Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Pembrokeshire, the per-capita risk of crime in June 2024 translates to 7.7 incidents per 1,000 residents, a rate that is 6.1% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.5% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (11.7%) and public order offences (10.3%). These patterns align with Pembrokeshire’s coastal and rural character, where summer tourism and extended daylight hours may contribute to increased social interactions and, consequently, higher rates of violent crime. The data also reveals a notable disparity in crime types compared to the UK average: violence and sexual offences are 27% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 50% below. This contrast could be attributed to the area’s lower population density, which may limit opportunities for anti-social behaviour but also create environments where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate. Seasonal context further complicates the picture, as June marks the beginning of the tourist season in coastal areas, increasing exposure to crimes such as theft and public order issues. However, the rate of violent crime remains lower than in many urban centres, suggesting that Pembrokeshire’s rural landscape and community-focused policing strategies may play a role in mitigating some risks. The relative safety in terms of anti-social behaviour and property crimes, such as vehicle crime (78% below UK average) and burglary (33% below), highlights the area’s unique challenges and strengths in crime prevention.

June 2024 saw a 55.6% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 9 to 14 incidents, a shift that may signal changing patterns in local disputes or policing focus. Concurrently, other crime rose by 50%, with 27 reported cases, suggesting a broadening of criminal activity beyond traditional categories. Theft from the person also increased by 40%, though this remains below the UK average for the category. Conversely, robbery fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, potentially indicating improved security measures or a seasonal downturn in opportunistic crimes. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.5 per 1,000, are 27% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may relate to Pembrokeshire’s coastal and rural character, where social interactions during summer tourism could contribute to such rates. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains 50% below the UK average, reflecting effective community initiatives or a lower density of public spaces conducive to such incidents.

Pembrokeshire’s June 2024 crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 13.3% decline from the previous month’s 8.9 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 32 crimes each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, highlighting the relative frequency of crime within a population of 125,761. This monthly exposure, while notable, remains below the UK average when considering the broader statistical landscape. The drop in crime appears consistent with seasonal patterns, as June signals the start of summer, a time when tourism and outdoor activity may influence policing priorities and community engagement. The reduction in robbery by 75% and bicycle theft by 60% could reflect increased visibility of public spaces during longer daylight hours, though these shifts remain subject to local conditions and policing efforts.