Carbis Bay Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Carbis Bay recorded a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 in April 2025, placing it 42.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively low overall crime profile for the area, consistent with its status as a built-up coastal community within Cornwall. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (10 cases, 41.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (6 cases, 25.0%) and other theft (4 cases, 16.7%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal dynamics, as April marks the transition to spring, bringing increased outdoor activity and tourism-related foot traffic. The relatively high proportion of violent crimes may be influenced by the local environment, where social interactions in public spaces are common, though the rate remains significantly below national averages. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, saw a modest decline compared to the previous month, possibly due to the Easter holiday period reducing certain types of localised incidents. Other theft, though still below the UK average, showed a marked increase, linked to heightened activity during the Easter break. The overall crime rate, while up from March’s 3.3 per 1,000, remains in a low-risk bracket for residents. This suggests that while the area is not immune to crime fluctuations, its broader context as a coastal, low-density built-up area contributes to its generally favourable safety profile. The combination of seasonal factors and local characteristics continues to shape the crime picture in Carbis Bay, with the need for ongoing monitoring of specific categories like theft to address emerging trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in April 2025 was the 100% increase in 'other theft' cases, rising from 2 to 4. This surge, while still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000 (Carbis Bay: 0.7 per 1,000), suggests a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Concurrently, burglary and public order offences also doubled, moving from zero to one case each, a stark contrast to the previous month’s figures. These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring and the Easter period, which could have influenced opportunities for theft and disorder. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 14.3% (from 7 to 6), a trend that may reflect the impact of local initiatives or the seasonal nature of such incidents. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category at 10 cases, remained 31% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, reinforcing Carbis Bay’s overall position as a safer area compared to national benchmarks. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions to address rising theft-related crimes while maintaining the area’s strong performance in other categories.

Carbis Bay's crime rate rose by 33.2% in April 2025 compared to 3.3 per 1,000 in the previous month, marking a notable upward shift. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 227 residents, reflecting a monthly exposure figure that places the area within a relatively low-risk context for residents. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s small population and low overall crime rate. This daily context suggests that while crime is present, it remains infrequent enough to be manageable for local authorities and residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with the 33.2% increase, the total number of crimes (24) remains proportionally low given the area’s 5,444 residents. This suggests that the rise, while statistically significant, does not yet indicate a major shift in the area’s crime profile. The combination of low overall rates and manageable daily figures continues to position Carbis Bay as a relatively safe environment compared to broader UK trends.