Exmouth Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Exmouth's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, 19.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This continued divergence from national trends underscores the area's unique character as a coastal built-up area within East Devon. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 41.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.9%) and criminal damage and arson (7.6%). These patterns align with the summer season's influence, as the longest days and early tourism activity likely contribute to increased social interactions in public spaces. The relatively low levels of property crime (55 incidents, 23.3% of total) compared to violent crime suggest Exmouth's crime profile differs from many urban centres, where property offences often dominate. Exmouth's anti-social behaviour rate (1.3 per 1,000) is 7% below the UK average, consistent with the area's community-focused policing initiatives and lower population density. The 18% UK-wide deficit in criminal damage and arson (0.5 vs 0.6 per 1,000) may reflect the town's coastal infrastructure and limited industrial activity. While the start of summer typically brings increased foot traffic and social events, the area's crime rates remain consistently lower than the national average, pointing to effective local crime prevention strategies that balance seasonal fluctuations with long-term community engagement.

June 2024 saw significant reductions in possession of weapons (-33.3%) and drugs (-22.2%), suggesting ongoing community efforts may be contributing to these trends. Conversely, vehicle crime surged 300% from 1 to 4 incidents, a sharp increase that may relate to the start of the summer season and increased traffic in coastal areas. Other crime also rose 300%, with 12 reported incidents, though this category's UK average is lower at 0.2 per 1,000. The area's violent crime rate (2.7 per 1,000) remains 2% below the UK average, consistent with Exmouth's historical profile as a relatively safe built-up area. Residents may find the 52% UK-wide deficit in shoplifting (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000) particularly relevant, indicating effective local retail security measures.

Exmouth's crime rate in June 2024 rose 5.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.3 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. While this slight increase is notable, it remains 19.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly 8 crimes reported per day in June, a figure that aligns with the area's seasonal patterns as summer begins. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests crime remains relatively infrequent in this built-up area. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Exmouth's crime profile continues to diverge from the UK average, with violent crime rates 2% below the national benchmark and vehicle crime 78% below. This contrast highlights the area's unique characteristics, such as its coastal location and lower density compared to major urban centres.