Pembury Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Pembury's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 4.9 per 1,000, a figure 35.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area's relative safety compared to the national context, though specific crime types reveal nuanced patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 53.6% of all crimes, with 15 incidents reported, making it the most prevalent category. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 105% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, a striking outlier that may be attributed to the area's road network and traffic density. Other theft and burglary followed, each contributing 7.1% to the total crime count. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—may have influenced crime patterns. Violent crime, while still a concern, saw a modest increase compared to the previous month, while property crime categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson declined sharply. The balance between violent and property crimes suggests a combination of local factors, such as the built-up nature of Pembury and its proximity to Tunbridge Wells, which may drive both retail-related incidents and vehicle-related crime. The relatively low rate of shoplifting and public order offences, which were 71% and 61% below the UK average respectively, further underscores the area's distinct crime profile. These figures, combined with the seasonal dynamics of November, offer a snapshot of a community where crime remains manageable but not absent, with certain categories demanding closer attention.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 2 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity during the darker evenings of the month. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 7.1%, increasing from 14 to 15 incidents, a trend that contrasts with the overall decline in crime. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both fell by 50%, dropping from 2 to 1 incident each. This decline could be linked to the seasonal shift, with fewer public gatherings and events during November compared to the summer months. Vehicle crime, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 105% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, making it a standout category in Pembury's crime profile. For residents, this suggests that vehicle-related incidents remain a priority area for local policing. Other theft, meanwhile, was 27% below the UK average, indicating that property crime in general is less prevalent than in other parts of the country.

Pembury's crime rate in November 2024 (4.9 per 1,000) reflects a 3.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0 per 1,000, continuing a slight downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, with Pembury's overall rate 35.5% below the national average of 7.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Pembury recorded approximately one crime per day in November, a local figure that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. When scaled to the population of 5,777, the monthly exposure translates to a manageable level of risk for residents, though specific crime types like vehicle crime remain notable exceptions. The combination of a stable population and consistent policing efforts may contribute to this trend, though seasonal factors like the transition to darker evenings and reduced foot traffic during holidays could also play a role.