Pembrokeshire Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's overall crime rate in March 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 10.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate is notable given the area's mix of rural and coastal environments, which typically present unique challenges for crime prevention. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47.8% of all reported incidents, with 419 cases recorded. This category was 21% higher than the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in Pembrokeshire. Criminal damage and arson followed closely, making up 11.6% of crimes, and was 40% above the UK average. These figures may be influenced by the area's seasonal context, as March marks the transition to spring, with lengthening evenings potentially altering patterns of activity and visibility. Public order offences, at 9.0% of total crimes, were also above the UK average by 9%, suggesting a need for focused strategies in areas with higher foot traffic or social interactions. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour was significantly lower than the UK average by 60%, indicating that local measures or community engagement may be effective in curbing such incidents. The data illustrates a combination of environmental factors and crime patterns, with the area's geographical diversity likely contributing to the observed rates. As Pembrokeshire moves into spring, continued monitoring of these trends will be essential to inform targeted interventions and ensure public safety.

March 2025 saw a 200% rise in bicycle theft, with incidents increasing from 1 to 3. This sharp jump may reflect seasonal changes, such as the return of cyclists after winter or the increased visibility of bikes in longer evenings. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 17.9%, a drop that could be linked to seasonal shifts in substance use patterns or targeted interventions. Shoplifting also rose by 54.2%, from 24 to 37 incidents, a trend that may be connected to the retail sector's pre-Easter activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained significantly below the UK average by 60%, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be effectively addressing such issues. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the need for ongoing analysis.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in March 2025 rose by 12.2% compared to February's 6.2 per 1,000, reaching 7.0 per 1,000. This increase aligns with the transition to spring, where lengthening evenings may alter patterns of activity and visibility. On a daily basis, 28 crimes were reported over 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 144 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, illustrating that while the rate is lower than the UK average, the absolute number of incidents has increased. The population context further highlights that Pembrokeshire's 125,761 residents experience a crime rate 10.3% below the UK average, reflecting a combination of local factors such as community policing initiatives and the area's geographical spread, which may dilute crime concentration in specific zones.