Exmouth Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Exmouth's crime rate in July 2023 remained 51.8% below the UK average, standing at 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This figure, though significantly lower than the national benchmark of 8.3 per 1,000, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime category, accounted for 41.1% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000—13% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area's tourism-driven summer activity, where increased foot traffic and public events could exacerbate incidents of disorder. Violence and sexual offences, however, saw a marked decline, with a rate of 0.9 per 1,000—68% below the UK average. This reduction may align with the closure of schools and the shift in population dynamics during the summer holidays. The breakdown of crimes also highlights stark contrasts: while criminal damage and arson rose to 0.4 per 1,000 (38% below UK levels), shoplifting and other theft categories fell sharply, with shoplifting at 0.3 per 1,000—50% below the national average. These variations suggest that Exmouth's crime profile is shaped by its unique character as a coastal resort, where seasonal tourism patterns and local infrastructure influence crime trends differently than in urban or rural settings. The overall low crime rate, combined with the notable rise in anti-social behaviour, underscores the need for community-focused strategies to address specific vulnerabilities during peak tourist periods.

July 2023 saw a sharp rise in 'other crime', which doubled from zero to two incidents, and 'theft from the person', which moved from zero to one. These increases, though small in absolute terms, signal potential shifts in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, 'criminal damage and arson' rose by 50% compared to June, a 15-incident total that outpaces the 10 recorded in the previous month. This spike may be linked to the summer season, when outdoor events and festivals could heighten opportunities for vandalism. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 28.3%, dropping from 46 to 33 incidents, a decline consistent with the overall downward trend in Exmouth. 'drugs' incidents plummeted by 85.7%, from seven to one, a stark contrast to the 100% reduction in 'bicycle theft' and 'theft from the person'—both of which saw single incidents in July despite their absence in June. These divergent trends underscore the complexity of local crime dynamics, with some categories aligning with national averages while others deviate significantly.

Exmouth's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, reflecting an 18.9% decrease from June's 4.9 per 1,000. This decline suggests a broader trend of reduced incidents across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 253 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local households. Daily crime counts averaged five incidents per day, aligning with the seasonal rhythm of Exmouth's tourism-driven activity. When compared to the UK average, Exmouth's overall crime rate remains lower, but this aggregate figure masks shifts in specific categories. For instance, anti-social behaviour—accounting for 41.1% of total crimes—exceeds the UK average by 13%, a contrast to the sharp decline in vehicle crime, which fell 79% below the national rate. These variations highlight the need for targeted awareness, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour remains elevated despite the overall downward trend.