Pembroke Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Pembroke’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, exactly matching the UK average. This figure, while consistent with national trends, masks a combination of local dynamics. Violent crimes accounted for 37.5% of all reported incidents, making them the most prevalent category, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and criminal damage and arson (10.9%). The seasonality of August, a peak holiday month in Pembrokeshire, may contribute to these patterns. Tourism-related activity typically increases during this period, though the data does not explicitly link this to crime rates. Violent crime in Pembroke was 14% above the UK average, while drug-related offences were 127% above the national benchmark. This disparity suggests local factors—such as proximity to coastal towns or transient populations—may amplify specific crime types. Meanwhile, vehicle crime was 80% below the UK average, reflecting lower traffic density or fewer commercial areas in Pembroke compared to larger urban centres. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with violent crimes comprising 37.5% of the total, compared to 28.1% for property crimes. This trend may align with August’s social rhythms, as extended evenings and increased foot traffic in public spaces could heighten opportunities for violent incidents. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions—such as high foot traffic or seasonal influxes—intersect with crime patterns.

August 2023 saw a 30.5% increase in Pembroke’s crime rate compared to June, with several categories experiencing dramatic shifts. Shoplifting, for instance, surged by 300%, jumping from one incident to four, likely reflecting seasonal retail activity or changes in local policing focus. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, doubling from four to twelve cases—a 200% increase—possibly linked to the influx of holidaymakers or the absence of usual community oversight during peak tourist season. Other theft cases rose by 150%, though this category remained below the UK average by 5%. In contrast, public order offences fell by 28.6%, from seven to five, which may indicate improved local management of public spaces during the summer. Violent crime, the most significant category, remained 14% above the UK average, a figure that could be attributed to Pembroke’s proximity to coastal areas or increased social interactions during the holiday season. Drug-related offences, however, were 127% above the UK average, a stark deviation that may point to localised issues requiring further attention. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Pembroke, where seasonal trends and specific local conditions can rapidly reshape the crime profile.

Pembroke’s crime rate in August 2023 rose to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 30.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000. This jump, though modest in absolute terms, translates to a significant shift in the daily crime context: 64 crimes over 31 days equate to roughly two crimes per day. For residents, this means a 1-in-124 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month—a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 7,922. When compared to the UK average, Pembroke’s rate remains statistically identical, yet the distribution of crime types diverges sharply. For instance, drug-related offences in Pembroke were 127% above the UK average, a disparity that could reflect localised challenges not captured by national statistics. Conversely, vehicle crime was 80% below the UK average, possibly due to lower traffic density or fewer commercial zones. The monthly exposure metric—1 crime per 124 residents—places Pembroke in a category of areas with moderate crime risk, though the spike in violent and drug-related incidents suggests that localised factors may be driving specific trends. This comparison underscores the importance of understanding crime not just through aggregate rates but through the lens of local conditions, which can shape the types and frequencies of incidents even within the same national benchmark.