Axminster Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Axminster’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 — a gap of 39.5%. This figure places the built-up area within East Devon among the safer regions in the country, though it is not without its challenges. The most prevalent category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.3%) and public order offences (14.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a relatively low-density, rural-adjacent community where local policing and community engagement likely play a key role in mitigating more severe crimes. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and the beginning of the tourist season in coastal and rural areas — may influence these trends, with increased foot traffic in public spaces potentially contributing to higher public order incidents. Despite this, the overall decline in violent crime compared to the previous month suggests that local initiatives or seasonal factors may be having a positive effect. Axminster’s crime profile illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in managing interpersonal conflicts and the benefits of a community-oriented approach that keeps serious crime rates well below national averages.

June 2025 saw a significant rise in public order offences, which doubled from three to six incidents — a 100% increase. This surge, though small in absolute terms, contrasts with the 28.6% decline in anti-social behaviour and 25% drop in criminal damage and arson. The violent crime category also fell by 9.1%, from 22 to 20 incidents, though it remains the most common type of crime in Axminster, accounting for 46.5% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences in Axminster are 20% below the UK average, a gap that underscores the area’s comparatively lower levels of serious crime. Meanwhile, shoplifting and drugs-related crimes both saw 100% increases, though these remain rare, with shoplifting making up just 4.7% of total incidents. These shifts may reflect seasonal trends, such as increased public activity in the early summer months, or the impact of targeted policing efforts on specific crime types.

Axminster’s crime rate in June 2025 dropped by 15.7% compared to May, reflecting a continued downward trend in reported incidents. The area recorded 43 total crimes over the month, translating to approximately one crime per day — a figure that contextualises the scale of activity for local residents. When spread across Axminster’s population of 8,786, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 204 residents over the course of June, a monthly aggregate that provides a clearer sense of exposure than daily figures alone. This rate remains well below the UK average, though the comparison highlights the importance of local factors in shaping crime patterns. The decrease in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, alongside the rise in public order offences, suggests shifting dynamics in community interactions and policing priorities. These shifts may reflect seasonal changes, such as increased foot traffic during the early summer months, or adjustments in local initiatives aimed at addressing specific issues.