Ottery St Mary Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Ottery St Mary during June 2024, accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes. This category, with a rate of 1.3 per 1,000, was 53% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, reflecting a marked divergence from national trends. The overall crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000—51.2% below the UK’s 8.2 per 1,000—underscores the area’s relatively low level of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, contributing 29.2% of incidents, rose sharply by 600% compared to May, a surge that may be linked to the start of summer and increased social gatherings in the area. Public order offences, though fewer in number, also saw a 300% increase, influenced by heightened foot traffic or seasonal events. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of the summer season and longer days—likely contributes to these patterns, as tourism and local events may amplify social interactions. However, the area’s low crime rate overall suggests that community factors, such as strong social cohesion or local policing efforts, may play a role in mitigating criminal activity. The data also reveals that other theft and criminal damage rates were significantly below the UK average, indicating that property-related crimes are not a major concern here. This profile, while showing areas of concern in violent and anti-social crime, highlights Ottery St Mary’s position as a relatively safe community compared to the national average.

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of total crimes in June, significantly below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This category’s 53% deficit compared to the national rate highlights a stark contrast in local crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour saw a 600% increase from May, rising from one to seven incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal factors such as the start of summer and increased social activity. Public order offences also surged by 300%, rising from one to four, suggesting potential challenges in managing community interactions during this period. Meanwhile, possession of weapons—reported twice—exceeded the UK average by 329%, a figure that, while small in absolute terms, warrants attention given its disproportionate deviation from national norms. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social and public order issues are escalating.

Ottery St Mary’s crime rate in June 2024 rose by 84.6% compared to May’s 2.1 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 253 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. Daily, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a statistic that highlights the frequency of incidents despite the overall low rate. This monthly exposure, while modest, underscores the importance of local awareness and engagement with community safety initiatives. The population context—6,077 residents—further illustrates that even small numbers of incidents can represent significant proportions of the population, particularly when considering the specific types of crimes recorded. These figures, when viewed alongside the UK average, demonstrate Ottery St Mary’s distinct position in the national crime profile, where its lower overall rate contrasts with specific category fluctuations.