Pembroke Dock Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

With a population of nearly 10,000, Pembroke Dock recorded 85 crimes in September 2025, translating to a rate of 8.8 per 1,000 residents—18.9% above the UK average. This figure, while concerning, is tempered by the month-on-month decline from the previous month's rate of 10.9. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.8% of all incidents, a rate of 4.6 per 1,000 that is 78% higher than the national average. This stark contrast with the UK norm may be influenced by the area's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where seasonal factors like the return to school and university freshers could heighten tensions or create environments conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while still present, was 32% below the UK average, reflecting a more cohesive community or effective local policing. The seasonal context of September—nights drawing in and the transition from summer to autumn—may also play a role, as reduced daylight hours and changing social patterns could affect both criminal activity and community engagement. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the shift in crime types and the relative underperformance of certain categories suggest a nuanced picture that requires further analysis.

September 2025 saw a 600% surge in shoplifting, rising from one to seven incidents—a stark increase that may reflect the start of the academic term and increased foot traffic in retail areas. Vehicle crime also doubled, with three reported incidents, potentially linked to changes in parking patterns or seasonal travel. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 70%, from 10 to three, a decline that could indicate effective local measures or a shift in criminal focus. Violent crimes, at 44 incidents, remain high compared to the UK average, with a 78% gap. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 32% below the UK average, suggesting a possible reduction in community disturbances. These fluctuations highlight the complex relationship between seasonal rhythms and local crime trends, with no single factor explaining all changes.

Pembroke Dock's crime rate in September 2025 dropped to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a 19.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.9. This reduction, though modest, suggests a potential shift in local dynamics or increased community engagement. Daily crime activity averaged three incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of crime in this small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 114 residents—a ratio that underscores the relative frequency of incidents in a community of nearly 10,000 people. When scaled to the population, the 8.8 rate places Pembroke Dock significantly above the UK average, but the month-on-month decline indicates a trend worth monitoring. The interplay between seasonal transitions—such as the return to school and university term beginnings—may have influenced this shift, though no definitive causal link can be drawn from the data alone.