East Devon Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In East Devon, the per-capita risk of experiencing crime in September 2025 was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 52.7% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the region's relative safety, though the crime profile reveals a combination of factors. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly half (48.5%) of all reported incidents, a rate of 1.7 per 1,000 that is 34% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.5% of total crimes, with a rate of 0.5 per 1,000—57% below the UK figure. These statistics may reflect the area's character as a mix of rural and coastal communities, where social cohesion and local policing efforts could contribute to lower rates of disorder. Seasonal context also plays a role: as September marks the return of students to university campuses and the start of the academic year, the rise in violence and sexual offences may be partly linked to increased social activity in town centres. Conversely, the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour (28.8%) and public order offences (28.2%) could indicate that community initiatives or seasonal changes in nightlife activity have mitigated some risks. The low rates of property crimes, such as shoplifting (84% below UK average) and burglary (64% below), further support the idea that East Devon's environment—influenced by its lower population density and community-focused infrastructure—creates conditions less conducive to such offences. However, the 100% increase in theft from the person raises questions about localized factors, such as changes in foot traffic or personal security practices, that may warrant closer attention.

September 2025 saw a notable 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from one to two incidents—a small but significant shift that may reflect heightened awareness or changes in local patterns. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences both declined by over 28%, a trend consistent with the broader drop in overall crime rates. These changes contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which East Devon's rate of 1.7 per 1,000 sits 34% below, highlighting a marked divergence in crime profiles. The area's performance on property-related crimes is also striking: shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime all fall 84% to 75% below their UK counterparts, suggesting that East Devon's environment—potentially shaped by its rural character and community-focused policing—may contribute to lower rates of these offences. For residents, the sharp contrast between local and national trends offers reassurance, though the increase in theft from the person underscores the importance of personal vigilance during peak hours.

East Devon's September 2025 crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 16.6% decrease from August's 4.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend in reported incidents. This reduction is evident across several categories, including anti-social behaviour (down 28.8%) and public order offences (down 28.2%), which may partly explain the overall decline. On a daily basis, East Devon experienced approximately 18 crimes per day in September, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak times. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 288 residents—a statistic that situates the area as significantly safer than the UK average. This context is further reinforced by the fact that nearly all crime categories in East Devon fall well below their respective UK averages, with shoplifting at 84% below and burglary at 64% below. For residents, these figures suggest that while crime is not entirely absent, the risk is markedly lower than in other parts of the country, particularly during the transition to autumn when community activities may shift.