Exmouth Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Exmouth’s crime profile in March 2023, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents and driving the area’s overall crime rate to 4.0 per 1,000—47.4% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends underscores Exmouth’s unique character as a built-up area within East Devon, where the transition to spring and the lengthening evenings may have influenced patterns of activity and, consequently, crime. The dominance of violent crime over property crime suggests a social dynamic shaped by local demographics, with anti-social behaviour (28.4% of total crimes) and criminal damage (7.1%) representing secondary but persistent challenges. The UK comparison for violent crime (1.6 per 1,000 in Exmouth vs 2.7 per 1,000 nationally) highlights the area’s relative success in mitigating such incidents, potentially linked to community-focused policing or the absence of high-risk environments like densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors, such as the shift to spring and the associated increase in outdoor activity, may have contributed to the prominence of violent crime, though the absence of a significant spike in property-related offences indicates that Exmouth’s built-up area remains relatively secure for residents and visitors alike. The low rates of vehicle crime (58% below UK average) and burglary (70% below UK average) further reinforce the area’s position as a safer locale, with these categories likely influenced by the coastal setting and the lower density of commercial or residential spaces typically associated with higher theft rates.

March 2023 saw a notable concentration of violent crimes, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents, compared to 28.4% for anti-social behaviour. This stark imbalance suggests that violence and sexual offences are the primary drivers of crime in Exmouth, a trend consistent with the area’s demographic and social profile. The rate of violent crime in Exmouth (1.6 per 1,000) was 42% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a significant divergence that may reflect local policing strategies or community cohesion. Conversely, anti-social behaviour in Exmouth (1.1 per 1,000) was 6% above the UK average (1.0 per 1,000), hinting at localized pressures that require tailored interventions. For residents, the low incidence of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000) offers reassurance, with both categories recording rates 58% and 70% below national averages respectively.

In March 2023, Exmouth recorded 141 total crimes, translating to an average of 5 crimes per day across the built-up area. This daily figure provides a tangible snapshot for residents, showing that the area experiences a relatively low volume of crime compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 253 residents, underscoring the rarity of incidents in this community. When scaled to the local population of 35,632, this rate highlights Exmouth’s position as a safer area relative to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that crime remains a minor concern for most residents, though targeted categories like anti-social behaviour and violence warrant continued monitoring. The absence of significant spikes in property crime further supports the notion that the area’s character—likely shaped by its coastal setting and community dynamics—contributes to its lower overall rate compared to national benchmarks.