Pembrokeshire Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a marginal 1.2% increase over the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with violent crime emerging as a particularly pressing concern. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.7% of all reported incidents, significantly outpacing the UK average of 34% for this category. This dominance of violent crime may be influenced by Pembrokeshire's coastal character, where seasonal tourism and extended daylight hours contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. Public order offences also rose sharply, with 10.9% of total crimes compared to the UK's 6%, a discrepancy that could be attributed to the area's proximity to popular recreational zones. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays, longer evenings, and the onset of summer socialising—likely exacerbates these trends, as outdoor drinking and gathering spaces become more active. While anti-social behaviour decreased by 10.8% compared to April, its rate remains below the UK average, suggesting a mixed picture of local enforcement and community engagement. The data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime: shoplifting rates are 55% below the UK average, reflecting the area's relatively low retail density compared to urban centres. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. As the region transitions into the summer months, these patterns will require continued monitoring to ensure they do not escalate further.

May 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 1 to 3 cases. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores a sharp shift in crime patterns that residents should monitor. Vehicle crime also rose by 30%, with 13 incidents reported compared to 10 in April, a trend that may reflect increased traffic or parking activity during the month. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson surged by 27.1%, from 85 to 108 cases, a jump that could be linked to seasonal factors like longer evenings and outdoor socialising. Violent crimes in Pembrokeshire remain 34% above the UK average, with 3.8 per 1,000 residents compared to the national figure of 2.8. This disparity highlights the area's distinct challenges, particularly in public order and anti-social behaviour, which saw a 55% increase over the UK average. Residents are advised to remain vigilant in areas frequented by transient populations or during late-night events.

Pembrokeshire's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 8.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% increase from April's 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area 1.2% above the UK average. Daily crime figures show 33 incidents reported each day, a consistent rhythm that reflects the region's population density and seasonal activity patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 122 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate aligns with typical patterns in coastal areas where tourism and seasonal events influence crime dynamics. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate is marginally higher than the UK average, the absolute number of incidents remains proportionate to the area's size and characteristics.