East Devon Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In East Devon, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in September 2024 was 3.9 incidents per 1,000 residents, placing the area 49.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This rate translates to a monthly exposure where one in every 256 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that underscores the relatively low risk environment compared to national standards. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (41.7% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.0%) and criminal damage and arson (10.2%). These patterns may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the return to school and university term, which can heighten tensions in shared spaces or increase opportunities for certain types of crime. The low rate of violence and sexual offences—1.6 per 1,000—compared to the UK average of 2.6, suggests a community with potentially lower levels of interpersonal conflict or effective local interventions. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, also falls significantly below the UK average of 1.2, indicating a possible focus on community engagement or early intervention strategies. The data also shows a marked decline in vehicle crime, which fell to 0.1 per 1,000 in September, a rate 78% below the UK average. This could be attributed to improved security measures or reduced opportunities for vehicle-related crimes in the area. The seasonal context of September—back to school, university freshers, and shorter evenings—may contribute to fluctuations in crime types, particularly those linked to youth activity or increased foot traffic in public spaces. However, the overall trend of lower-than-average rates across multiple categories suggests a consistent effort to maintain public safety in East Devon.

September 2024 saw a notable 100% increase in robbery, with one incident reported after none in August. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vigilance or seasonal factors such as university freshers arriving in the area. Bicycle theft rose by 25% (4 to 5 incidents), potentially linked to the start of the academic year and increased cycling activity. Vehicle crime also increased by 16.7% (18 to 21), a shift that could be tied to changing weather patterns affecting outdoor parking habits. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell sharply by 54.8% (31 to 14), a decrease that may indicate the effectiveness of local enforcement strategies or a reduction in supply. The category of violence and sexual offences remains 39% below the UK average, with 1.6 per 1,000 residents, a figure that highlights East Devon's relative safety in this category. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both immediate and long-term factors.

East Devon's crime rate in September 2024 fell by 21.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 5.0 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in local crime statistics, suggesting a possible stabilization in policing efforts or community engagement. On a daily basis, East Devon recorded an average of 21 crimes per day in September, a figure that, while contextually relevant, remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 256 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low risk environment in the area. When scaled to the population of 158,239, this monthly exposure highlights a manageable level of risk for residents, particularly when compared to national benchmarks. The contrast between East Devon's rates and the UK average—particularly in categories like violence and anti-social behaviour—suggests a unique local dynamic that may be influenced by regional demographics or geographic factors.