East Devon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate East Devon’s crime profile in April 2025, accounting for nearly half of all reported crimes. At 4.2 per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate is 45.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. This marked deviation from the UK norm is particularly evident in categories like anti-social behaviour (55% below UK average) and public order offences (63% below UK average), suggesting a broader pattern of lower levels of disruptive and low-level crime. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and the transition to spring—may partly explain the crime mix, with increased outdoor activity potentially influencing both violent and property crime dynamics. While property crimes (171 total) remain a concern, they are significantly overshadowed by the sheer volume of violent incidents (313 total), which at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, are 23% below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while East Devon experiences fewer violent crimes than the UK average, the proportion of violent crime within its total crime rate is high compared to other areas. The data also reveals a sharp decline in shoplifting, which fell by 68.8% from 32 to 10 incidents, linked to seasonal retail activity shifts or improved local policing strategies. These figures illustrate a district where community-focused interventions and environmental factors may be playing a role in shaping crime trends, even as broader national patterns diverge.

April 2025 saw a 25.2% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 250 to 313 incidents—a stark upward shift that highlights ongoing challenges in this category. This rise contrasts with significant declines in shoplifting (-68.8%) and theft from the person (-33.3%), which may reflect seasonal patterns, such as reduced foot traffic during Easter or targeted enforcement efforts. Meanwhile, vehicle crime increased by 27.3%, suggesting a potential link to spring weather encouraging more outdoor activity and associated risks. The area’s performance against UK averages reveals striking disparities: anti-social behaviour is 55% below the UK norm, and public order offences are 63% below, indicating a lower prevalence of low-level disruptions compared to other regions. These figures may reflect East Devon’s relatively low population density and strong community cohesion. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that while the absolute number of incidents has risen, the area still maintains a lower risk profile than much of the country. This nuanced picture underscores the importance of context-specific analysis, as national averages may not fully capture local dynamics.

East Devon’s crime rate in April 2025 rose by 7.5% compared to March’s 3.9 per 1,000 residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 22 crimes per day—a figure that, while manageable, requires continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is far below the national average. This statistic, when contextualised against East Devon’s population of 158,239, illustrates that the area’s residents face a markedly lower risk of crime than those in many other parts of the UK. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that the area’s crime rate, though rising slightly, is still a fraction of the national norm. For example, the 4.2 per 1,000 rate means that the likelihood of a resident encountering crime is significantly less than in regions with higher rates. These comparative figures highlight the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures, even as the area navigates the challenges of seasonal fluctuations and specific crime trends like the recent increase in violence. The data suggests that East Devon’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics—possibly including a mix of rural and urban environments—play a role in maintaining its lower crime profile compared to the UK as a whole.