East Devon Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Devon’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure translates to 709 total crimes reported across the district, which is home to 158,239 residents. The data reveals a clear dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 41.5% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.0%). These patterns suggest that East Devon’s crime profile is shaped by factors such as community dynamics and localised issues, though its overall rate remains significantly lower than the national average. Seasonal considerations also appear to influence crime trends, with October’s shorter days and Halloween potentially contributing to increased incidents of burglary and shoplifting. Violent crimes in the area were 29% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 38% below, indicating that East Devon may benefit from effective community policing or strong social cohesion. The relatively low rates of property crimes such as shoplifting (58% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (79% below) further underscore the area’s comparative safety. However, the rise in burglary and shoplifting highlights the need for targeted interventions during periods of heightened risk. Overall, East Devon’s crime statistics reflect a balance between localised challenges and a broader trend of lower-than-average crime rates, shaped by both environmental and demographic factors.

October saw a sharp 135.7% increase in burglary, with incidents rising from 14 to 33. This surge aligns with seasonal factors such as darker evenings and the transition into winter, which may contribute to heightened opportunities for property crime. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, dropping from 4 to 2, suggesting improved security measures or reduced foot traffic in high-risk areas. Shoplifting also rose by 75.9%, from 29 to 51, possibly linked to Halloween-related retail activity and increased footfall in town centres. Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category, were 29% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, another key category, was 38% below the UK average, indicating that East Devon’s community may have stronger localised mechanisms for managing public disorder. These shifts highlight both seasonal influences and the area’s generally lower crime profile compared to national trends.

East Devon’s crime rate in October 2024 rose to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 14.9% increase from 3.9 per 1,000 in September. This shift, though modest, reflects a localised uptick in specific crime categories. Daily, the area saw an average of 23 crimes reported, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 223 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate places East Devon among the safer areas in the UK, where the average resident faces significantly higher risks. The population context further highlights the scale: with 158,239 residents, the 709 total crimes reported represent a relatively low volume, consistent with the area’s generally lower crime profile. While the increase in October is notable, it does not indicate a trend but rather a fluctuation within the broader context of East Devon’s historically stable crime environment.