Ottery St Mary Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Ottery St Mary’s crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 36.1% of total reported incidents. This category, at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, remains 27% below the UK average, a consistent trend that reflects the area’s generally low crime environment. The second most common category, anti-social behaviour (19.4% of total crimes), also shows a 15% deficit against the UK average, reinforcing the built-up area’s comparative safety. However, the data reveals stark contrasts in specific categories: drug-related crimes, at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, are 196% above the UK average, a figure that raises questions about local dynamics. This anomaly may be linked to the area’s proximity to major transport routes or the influence of transient populations during the early summer months. Seasonal context plays a role in shaping these patterns; as June marks the start of the summer season, increased tourism and longer daylight hours may contribute to shifts in crime types. For instance, the surge in drug-related crimes could be tied to heightened activity in local venues or the influx of visitors to nearby coastal areas. Conversely, the decline in violence and sexual offences may align with the closure of schools and the shift in community activity patterns during the holiday period. These trends underscore the importance of contextualising crime data within the broader socio-economic and geographic framework of Ottery St Mary, a rural area where crime patterns often diverge from national averages due to its unique character and demographics.

June 2025 saw dramatic increases in drug-related crimes, which rose by 400% compared to the previous month. This surge, from one reported incident to five, suggests a significant change in local patterns that may be linked to seasonal factors or increased activity in the area. Simultaneously, criminal damage and arson crimes jumped by 300%, rising from one to four incidents. This sharp increase contrasts with the 31.6% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 19 to 13 reported cases. The drop in violent crime may reflect the impact of summer holidays or local initiatives, though no specific programmes are mentioned in the data. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 30%, from 10 to seven incidents, indicating a seasonal lull. Drug-related crimes in Ottery St Mary are 196% above the UK average, a stark deviation that contrasts with the area’s overall lower crime rate. This discrepancy highlights the need for targeted analysis of local factors influencing this category.

Ottery St Mary's crime rate in June 2025 (5.9 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 9% increase compared to the previous month's rate of 5.4. This rise, though modest, suggests a shift in local patterns that warrant attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the low overall rate in a way that is immediately relatable to residents. Monthly exposure data reveals that over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 169 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Ottery St Mary’s overall crime rate remains significantly lower, underscoring its status as a safer community. However, the 9% month-on-month increase raises questions about transient factors—such as seasonal tourism or local events—that may have influenced crime dynamics in June. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite the rise, the area continues to perform well against national benchmarks, offering reassurance to those living or visiting the region.