Pembroke Dock Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Pembroke Dock’s crime profile in May 2023 revealed an unusual outlier: anti-social behaviour, which accounted for nearly 40% of all reported crimes, was 43% above the UK average. This category, which includes noise disturbances, vandalism, and public disorder, dominated the monthly tally, outpacing even violence and sexual offences, which together formed 31.9% of all crimes. The overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents placed the area 38.7% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the elevated anti-social behaviour figures. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as May’s longer evenings and bank holidays may have increased outdoor socialising, contributing to the rise in anti-social incidents. However, other categories such as burglary and shoplifting were 68% and 80% below the UK average respectively, reflecting the area’s low population density and rural character. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with property crimes making up just 17% of total incidents, compared to 31.9% for violent offences. This suggests a higher proportion of crimes involving interpersonal conflict, linked to the area’s coastal demographics and seasonal tourism patterns. The data also highlights the need for targeted interventions in anti-social behaviour, which, while not the highest in the UK, remains a significant local concern.

May 2023 saw a 50% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 12 to 18 incidents. This category, which accounts for 38.3% of all crimes, was 43% above the UK average, contrasting sharply with other categories such as violence and sexual offences, which were 42% below the national rate. A stark decline in other crime, drugs, and public order offences also marked the month, with reductions of 83.3% and 78.9% respectively. These shifts suggest a possible reallocation of police resources or changes in community behaviour. For residents, the 38.3% share of anti-social behaviour offers a tangible insight into local priorities, as this category often includes disturbances that directly impact daily life. The contrast between anti-social behaviour and other categories underscores the complexity of crime trends in Pembroke Dock, where certain issues dominate while others recede sharply.

Pembroke Dock’s crime rate in May 2023 dropped by 67.6% compared to the previous month, falling from 15.0 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the transition from spring to summer, a period when outdoor activities often shift, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly two crimes reported each day in May, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,667 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 206 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local community. When scaled to the population, this rate is lower than the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of lower crime in rural and coastal areas compared to urban centres. The drop in crimes like public order and drugs may also reflect reduced social gatherings during May.