Pembrokeshire Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2024 reached 8.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 6% above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This marks a significant shift from earlier in the year, with the area's crime profile dominated by violence and sexual offences (48.8% of total crimes), followed by public order incidents (12.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.0%). These figures contrast sharply with the previous month's data, reflecting a dramatic escalation in certain categories. The surge in violence and sexual offences aligns with seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which may contribute to heightened interpersonal conflicts. Public order offences also rose sharply, likely driven by the same seasonal dynamics, including bank holidays and extended daylight hours encouraging more public gatherings. While anti-social behaviour remains below the UK average, the overall pattern suggests a growing challenge in managing public safety during this period. Pembrokeshire's coastal geography and tourist appeal may further complicate enforcement efforts, as transient populations and seasonal visitors could influence crime trends. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions during peak social periods, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or nightlife activity.

May 2024 saw unprecedented spikes in several crime categories, with violence and sexual offences surging by 13,550% compared to April, jumping from 4 to 546 reported incidents. This staggering increase is the most extreme monthly change recorded for this category in recent data. Criminal damage and arson also rose dramatically, up 5,500% from 2 to 112 incidents, while burglary increased by 3,100% from 1 to 32 cases. These figures highlight a sharp divergence from typical patterns, with property crimes (including burglary and vehicle crime) far outpacing their UK averages. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, are 51% above the UK average, while public order offences (1.1 per 1,000) are 75% above the national benchmark. This imbalance suggests a growing focus on interpersonal and public safety issues rather than property-related crimes. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high concentrations of nightlife or public events, where the risk of violence and disorder appears significantly elevated. The data also reveals notable underperformance in certain categories, such as theft from the person and bicycle theft, which are 100% below UK averages, possibly reflecting effective local policing strategies or lower tourist footfall during this period.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2024 was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, a stark increase from the previous month's rate of 0.5 per 1,000—a 1,643.1% rise. This escalation places the area's monthly exposure at 1 crime per 112 residents, a figure that, while lower than the UK average in some categories, masks the severity of recent spikes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 36 crimes per day in May, a rate that, when contextualised with Pembrokeshire's population of 125,761, underscores the scale of the challenge faced by local authorities. Comparing this to the UK average, the area's performance is mixed: while violence and sexual offences are 51% above the national rate, anti-social behaviour is 52% below. This disparity highlights the complexity of local crime dynamics, where certain issues are amplified while others remain subdued. The dramatic month-on-month changes suggest that factors such as seasonal transitions, school holidays, or specific events may have triggered these spikes, requiring a nuanced approach to resource allocation and community engagement. Residents should be aware that while some crime types are below the UK average, the overall upward trend in violent and public order offences necessitates heightened vigilance and collaboration with local law enforcement.