Pembrokeshire Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's overall crime rate in September 2024 stood at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure 1.3% below the UK average of 7.7. This slight edge over the national benchmark underscores the area's generally lower crime levels, though specific categories reveal more complex patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 45.7% of all reported incidents—well above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This may be partly explained by the district's status as a tourist destination and the presence of educational institutions, which can drive both victimisation and reporting rates. Criminal damage and arson also exceeded national averages by 79%, likely tied to seasonal maintenance work and the increased presence of transient visitors during the summer months. In contrast, anti-social behaviour rates were 49% below the UK average, potentially reflecting community-focused policing or the relatively lower density of urban areas in the region. The month's seasonal context—marked by the return to school and university freshers' week—may have influenced patterns, with a possible shift in activity from outdoor spaces to more enclosed environments as temperatures cooled. While the overall rate remains stable, the interplay between local geography and seasonal rhythms continues to shape the crime profile in ways that warrant careful monitoring.

September 2024 saw a sharp 100% increase in bicycle theft compared to the previous month, with incidents rising from one to two. This spike may be linked to the start of the academic term, as students return to campuses and local roads. Conversely, robbery rates dropped by 66.7%, falling from three to one, potentially reflecting reduced foot traffic in retail and tourist areas during the early autumn. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 45.7% of all crimes, a rate 34% above the UK average. This disparity highlights the area's unique challenges, with local factors such as seasonal tourism and university activity likely contributing to the elevated levels. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 31%, due to the closure of summer festivals and events. The drugs category also saw a 41.7% increase, suggesting a need for targeted interventions in areas with higher concentrations of transient populations.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in September 2024 dropped by 10.1% compared to the previous month, falling from 8.4 to 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of the area, where the start of the academic term and reduced tourism may temporarily lower crime activity. On a daily basis, the local figure stands at 32 crimes per day, a manageable number for a district with a population of 125,761. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of criminal activity relative to the local population. While this monthly exposure is slightly lower than the UK average (which would need specific data to compare), the drop from August suggests a possible shift in crime patterns linked to the transition from summer to autumn. The decrease in anti-social behaviour and robbery may reflect reduced outdoor activity as evenings grow darker.