Exmouth Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In Exmouth, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in August 2023 was 5.1 incidents per 1,000 residents, placing the area 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This lower rate reflects a combination of local factors, including the area’s coastal character and seasonal dynamics. Anti-social behaviour was the most prevalent category, contributing 37.4% of all reported crimes, a figure 32% higher than the UK average. This may be linked to the summer influx of tourists and the associated strain on local resources. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 21.4% of incidents, significantly below the UK average by 58%, a contrast that could be explained by Exmouth’s relatively low population density and strong community policing efforts. Seasonal factors also played a role, with August marking the peak of the tourist season and the potential for increased property crime due to empty homes. However, burglary rates in Exmouth were 71% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or geographical factors—such as the town’s compact layout—may contribute to this trend. The mix of crime types also highlights the area’s unique profile: while anti-social behaviour dominates, violent crime remains relatively low, and property-related offences are sparse. These patterns align with Exmouth’s identity as a coastal resort, where transient populations and seasonal fluctuations influence crime dynamics. Understanding these nuances is essential for residents and policymakers seeking to interpret the data in context.

August 2023 saw dramatic spikes in drug-related crimes, surging 500% from one incident in July to six in August. This increase, while statistically significant, may partly reflect heightened police focus or seasonal factors. Meanwhile, ‘other crime’ also rose sharply by 200%, from two to six cases, a category that includes a range of less-specific incidents. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 50%, dropping from four to two incidents, possibly due to reduced traffic during holiday periods. Public order offences also decreased slightly, from seven to six. Exmouth’s violent crime rate—1.1 per 1,000—was 58% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the 32% increase in anti-social behaviour, which was 1.9 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 1.4. These shifts highlight the combination of local and national crime trends.

Exmouth’s crime rate in August 2023 rose 29% from the previous month, climbing to 5.1 per 1,000 residents from 4.0. This increase, though significant, still places the area 37% below the UK average of 8.1. On a daily basis, 6 crimes were reported each day in August, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 196 residents over the course of the month. While this may seem low, the monthly exposure figure highlights the frequency of incidents in a local context. The population of 35,632 means that the crime rate is distributed across a relatively small community, making individual risk perception a key factor. Residents may find it useful to note that while the overall rate increased, specific categories such as vehicle crime and public order offences saw notable declines, suggesting targeted efforts may have had an impact in those areas.