Pembroke Dock Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembroke Dock's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 10.6 per 1,000 residents, 29.3% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, while concerning, marks a notable departure from the previous month’s rate of 14.9 per 1,000, reflecting a 29.2% overall decline. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.2% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.6%) and criminal damage and arson (14.7%). These categories collectively indicate a landscape shaped by interpersonal conflict and property-related disruptions, with violent crime rates 56% above the UK average. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins to ramp up in coastal areas—may play a role in these patterns. While the longer days of summer could theoretically reduce opportunities for crime, the data suggests otherwise, with violent offences remaining high. This may be linked to the area’s character as a small, built-up coastal town, where social interactions are dense and public spaces are shared by both residents and visitors. The high rate of anti-social behaviour, 43% above the UK average, could be influenced by the transient nature of summer tourism. Similarly, the surge in criminal damage and arson, 162% above the UK average, may reflect the vulnerability of local infrastructure to vandalism during periods of increased foot traffic. These findings highlight the combination of seasonal factors, community dynamics, and local geography in shaping crime trends, with implications that extend beyond raw statistics to the lived experiences of Pembroke Dock’s residents.

June 2024 saw a significant 44.7% reduction in violence and sexual offences, the most common category, falling from 76 to 42 incidents. This decline, though unexplained by the data, may align with seasonal factors such as increased daylight hours or community activities during the summer. Conversely, other theft rose sharply by 300% (1 to 4), suggesting a potential shift in criminal focus, possibly linked to increased foot traffic during the early tourist season. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 58.3%, reaching 19 incidents, a rate 43% above the UK average. This category's elevation may reflect the social dynamics of a coastal town during the summer months, though no direct causal link is confirmed. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 72.7%, a stark contrast to their previous dominance, influenced by local enforcement or changes in community behaviour. The rate of possession of weapons surged by 100%, rising from zero to four incidents, a figure 471% above the UK average, indicating a concerning anomaly that warrants further scrutiny.

Pembroke Dock's crime rate in June 2024 dropped by 29.2% compared to May, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This reduction brings the monthly rate to 10.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 29.3% above the UK average but shows marked progress from the previous month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day in June, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 95 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 10,000. This statistic, when considered alongside the population-scaled perspective, illustrates the relative impact of crime on residents, particularly when compared to the broader UK context where crime rates are generally lower. The decline from May suggests that targeted efforts or seasonal factors may have influenced this month’s outcomes, though further analysis would be required to confirm specific causes.