Pembroke Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking anomaly in Pembroke's July 2024 crime data is the unexpected surge in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 61.3% of all reported crimes. This category rose from 33 incidents in the previous month to 57, a 72.7% increase, far outpacing other crime types. While summer months in Pembrokeshire typically see lower crime rates due to tourism-driven economic activity and seasonal outdoor events, this spike defies expectations. The area's status as a coastal resort with a transient population during peak season may partly explain the anomaly. Violence and sexual offences in Pembroke are 153% above the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the 10% below UK average for anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000). Property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers (15 total), remain a concern, with burglary rates 29% above the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, festivals, and school holidays—adds complexity, as these factors usually correlate with increased foot traffic but not necessarily violent crime. The data suggests a possible disconnect between the area's seasonal rhythm and the current crime profile, warranting closer attention to local policing strategies during such periods.

July 2024 marked a dramatic shift in Pembroke's crime mix, with violence and sexual offences surging by 72.7% (from 33 to 57 incidents), while shoplifting fell by two-thirds (from 12 to 4). This violent crime spike, which is 153% above the UK average, contrasts sharply with the 10% below UK average for anti-social behaviour. Burglary saw a 100% increase (from 0 to 3 incidents), a category that is 29% above the UK average. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 60% (from 5 to 2), and criminal damage and arson fell by half (from 6 to 3). The most alarming jump was in possession of weapons, which doubled from 0 to 2 incidents—a 100% increase and 329% above the UK average. For residents, the 1-in-85 resident monthly exposure rate (based on 93 crimes across 7,922 people) offers a tangible benchmark for understanding local risk. The shift in crime mix—from property to violent crime—raises questions about how summer tourism and transient populations might interact with local enforcement patterns.

Pembroke's crime rate in July 2024 (11.7 per 1,000) represents a 22.4% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.6 per 1,000, marking the largest monthly jump in the area's recent history. This rate translates to an average of 3 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more immediate to residents than aggregate statistics. The 1-in-85 resident exposure rate (based on 93 crimes across 7,922 people) underscores the scale of the issue, though it remains lower than the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. Pembroke's population density as a built-up area within Pembrokeshire likely contributes to higher crime rates compared to rural regions, where isolation and lower foot traffic typically reduce opportunities for certain offences. However, the violent crime spike in July defies typical seasonal patterns, as coastal resorts usually see crime rates dip during peak tourism. The contrast with the UK average highlights the area's unique challenges, particularly in managing violent crime during summer months. Local policing strategies may need to adapt to these anomalies.