Pembrokeshire Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, 10.3% below the UK average of 7.8. This figure masks a complex distribution of crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 47.8% of total crimes—21% above the UK average for this category. The area's relatively low overall rate may be influenced by its coastal geography, where tourism and maritime industries shape local dynamics, though these factors alone cannot fully explain the disparity in violent crime. Criminal damage and arson also exceeded the UK average by 40%, a trend consistent with the area's historical patterns of property-related disputes. In contrast, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting fell significantly below UK rates, with the latter category at 56% below the national average. These divergences suggest that Pembrokeshire's crime profile is shaped by a combination of seasonal factors and local socioeconomic conditions. The transition to spring, with its extended evenings and changing weather, may have influenced patterns of public order offences and property crime. However, the pronounced elevation in violent crime remains an outlier, warranting closer analysis of community-specific pressures that may contribute to this trend.

March 2025 saw a 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal changes as cycling activity increases with longer evenings. Theft from the person also doubled, with 5 reported incidents, though this remains below the UK average. Shoplifting rose 54.2% to 37 cases, a notable shift that contrasts with the 56% UK average deficit for this category. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes fell 17.9% to 32, and other theft decreased 13.7% to 44. The violent crime category, at 419 incidents, accounted for 47.8% of all crimes—significantly higher than the UK average of 21%—suggesting a marked local imbalance in crime types. These shifts may indicate changing patterns in social interactions or enforcement focus during the spring transition.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in March 2025 rose 12.2% compared to February's 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in crime patterns. On average, 28 crimes were reported daily during the month—a figure that, while local, offers context for residents assessing their risk. Over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area's broader trends. This aggregate measure does not account for variations in population density across Pembrokeshire's coastal towns and rural areas. The increase in violent crime, despite the overall rate remaining below the UK average, suggests localized pressures that may relate to seasonal transitions or community dynamics. The daily crime count, while consistent with historical averages for the area, highlights the need for continued monitoring of specific offence categories that show marked changes.