Exmouth Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Exmouth's crime profile in May 2024 revealed an unusual contrast between exceptionally low rates in certain categories and slightly elevated figures in others. The area's overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents placed it 25% below the UK average, a gap that was most pronounced in theft from the person, shoplifting, and vehicle crime—all of which were 100% below national averages. This stark deviation from UK norms suggests that Exmouth's unique characteristics, such as its coastal location and relatively small population, may contribute to lower opportunities for these specific crimes. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.8% of all crimes, matched the UK average at 2.8 per 1,000, though the local mix of offences showed a slight imbalance towards violent crimes compared to the national trend. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, was 3% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area's seasonal dynamics, with longer evenings and increased outdoor activity during May. The data also highlighted a broader shift in crime patterns, with property crimes making up only 29.5% of total incidents compared to 66.7% nationally, a disparity that aligns with Exmouth's low levels of shoplifting and vehicle-related offences. This mix of low and average rates creates a complex picture of safety that reflects both the area's inherent characteristics and the influence of local seasonal factors, such as the bank holidays and extended daylight hours typical of May in Exmouth.

May 2024 saw a sharp rise in drug-related offences, with reported cases increasing by 200% compared to April, a jump from three to nine incidents. This spike was mirrored in possession of weapons offences, which also doubled, rising from one to three cases. These increases contrasted with steep declines in other categories: bicycle theft, theft from the person, and vehicle crime all fell by 75% or more, likely reflecting seasonal shifts as warmer weather and longer evenings reduced opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, the crime mix in Exmouth shifted towards violent offences, which accounted for 43.8% of all reported crimes—slightly above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour remained a local concern, with rates 3% above the UK average, a trend consistent with Exmouth's coastal character and summer tourism activity. Residents may find the 100% reduction in vehicle crime particularly notable, suggesting improved security measures or reduced opportunities during the month.

Exmouth's crime rate in May 2024 fell to 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a 14.4% decline from the previous month's 7.4 per 1,000. This reduction positions the area as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate 25% below the national average. On a daily basis, Exmouth saw approximately seven crimes reported each day in May, a figure that aligns with the area's small population of 35,632. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 159 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile. While the overall rate dropped, the population context highlights that even minor fluctuations can have meaningful local impacts, particularly in smaller communities where individual incidents are more visible. This rate also underscores Exmouth's position as a low-crime area compared to other parts of the UK, where average rates are consistently higher.