Pembrokeshire Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate for October 2024 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 1.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This position, while modest, underscores the area's distinct crime profile shaped by its rural, coastal character. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents — a figure 50% above the UK average. This dominance of violent crime may be partly explained by seasonal factors, including the transition to darker evenings and the Halloween holiday, which could increase social interactions in public spaces. Criminal damage and arson (10.0% of total crimes) and public order offences (9.1%) also featured prominently, both exceeding UK averages by 36% and 25% respectively. These patterns contrast with lower rates for anti-social behaviour (53% below UK average) and vehicle crime (79% below UK average), likely reflecting the area's limited urban density and strong community policing efforts. The seasonal context of October — clocks going back, shorter daylight hours, and the approach of winter — may contribute to the elevated levels of violent and public order crime, though direct causation cannot be confirmed without further analysis.

October 2024 saw stark contrasts in crime trends. Robbery incidents surged by 600%, jumping from 1 to 7 cases, a dramatic shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween activities. Theft from the person also rose sharply, increasing by 150% (2 to 5 cases), while possession of weapons rose by 50% (6 to 9). These spikes contrast with declines in vehicle crime (-40%, 20 to 12) and shoplifting (-23.2%, 69 to 53), possibly linked to increased policing or seasonal retail patterns. Violent crime remains 50% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences comprising 50% of all reported crimes. This imbalance suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of nightlife or public spaces, though can be inferred from the data alone.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 5.5% compared to September's 7.6 per 1,000 residents, reaching 8.0 per 1,000 — still 1.2% below the UK average. This shift reflects a nuanced balance between seasonal factors and local dynamics. Daily crime activity averaged 32 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of reported crimes for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 125 residents, illustrating the scale of exposure in a community of 125,761 people. While the increase in overall rate may seem concerning, the area's performance remains relatively stable compared to national trends, particularly given its rural character and lower population density. The contrast with urban centres, where higher crime concentrations are common, highlights the unique challenges and advantages of living in a coastal, sparsely populated region.