Pembrokeshire Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Pembrokeshire’s crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 51% of all reported incidents. This category, which includes assaults and sexual misconduct, was significantly above the UK average, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.5 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area stood at 6.7 per 1,000, placing it 5.6% below the UK’s 7.1 per 1,000. This divergence suggests a unique local context, potentially influenced by Pembrokeshire’s mix of coastal towns and rural communities, where social dynamics and population density may contribute to higher rates of violent crime. Seasonal factors also played a role, with January’s shorter days and post-holiday lull in retail activity likely reducing opportunities for property crimes but not mitigating the persistent issue of interpersonal violence. Public order offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, and criminal damage, at 0.6 per 1,000, also featured prominently, indicating ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety in areas with high foot traffic or community tensions. The area’s crime picture remains a blend of local-specific issues and broader national trends, with violence emerging as the defining category.

January 2025 saw a sharp 77.8% increase in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from 9 to 16. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased vehicle usage during the post-holiday period or changes in local traffic patterns. Concurrently, ‘other crime’ rose by 71.4%, reflecting a category that includes a range of unclassified incidents. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell by 83.3%, dropping from 6 to 1, possibly due to reduced foot traffic in retail areas during January’s shorter days. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly above the UK average, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.5 per 1,000. This divergence highlights the area’s distinct profile, where violent crime rates are higher than the UK average. Residents may find the decline in theft from persons particularly relevant, as it suggests a reduction in opportunistic crimes in public spaces.

Pembrokeshire’s crime rate in January 2025 rose 5.8% compared to December’s 6.4 per 1,000, reaching 6.7 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the post-holiday period. Daily crime figures show 27 incidents reported per day in January, a rate that, while consistent with seasonal trends, highlights the persistent presence of crime in local communities. On a monthly basis, one crime occurred for every 149 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents for residents. This monthly exposure rate, though lower than some UK areas, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. The rise in certain categories, such as vehicle crime and other unspecified crimes, contrasts with declines in theft from persons and robbery, illustrating a dynamic interplay of factors affecting local safety. These changes must be viewed alongside Pembrokeshire’s unique characteristics, including its coastal and rural landscapes, which may influence both crime types and reporting patterns.