Pembrokeshire Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in March 2024 stood at 0.3 per 1,000 residents—96.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends positions the area as an outlier in the UK's crime profile. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 57.5% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (25%) and theft from the person (5%). The low overall rate, particularly when compared to the UK's average, aligns with the area's likely rural character, where community cohesion and sparse population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and the lengthening of evenings, may have influenced activity patterns. The absence of property crimes (which accounted for only 5 of the 40 total incidents) further underscores the unusual nature of this month's figures. While the UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.2 per 1,000, Pembrokeshire's rate of 0.2 per 1,000 suggests a possible cultural or geographic factor, such as stronger community engagement or effective local policing. The low rate of violent crime—10 incidents for a population of over 125,000—also highlights the area's relative safety, though the precise reasons for this remain speculative without further data. These figures illustrate a region where crime is not only infrequent but also rare compared to national benchmarks, raising questions about the interplay of local demographics, geography, and policing strategies in maintaining such low levels of criminal activity.

March 2024 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to two incidents—a shift that may reflect changes in foot traffic patterns or seasonal activity. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 60.3% compared to February, with reported cases falling from 58 to 23, suggesting a potential reduction in community tensions or improved local policing efforts. Violence and sexual offences also declined by 9.1%, though they remained 96% below the UK average. The stark underperformance of anti-social behaviour relative to the UK average (83% below) raises questions about the unique characteristics of Pembrokeshire's social landscape, potentially linked to its rural nature or local initiatives. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, even in areas with historically low rates.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in March 2024 (0.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 48.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 0.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over 31 days, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents in a region with a population of 125,761. Monthly exposure calculations show that, over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 3,144 residents—a ratio that highlights the rarity of crime in this area compared to the UK average. This context is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it illustrates the relatively low risk of encountering crime in daily life, even when compared to the broader UK population. The sustained decline from February suggests a possible alignment with seasonal patterns, such as reduced foot traffic during early spring or community-led initiatives that may have contributed to the drop in reported incidents.