Exeter Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Exeter's crime rate for July 2025 reached 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.9% above the UK average of 8.6. This figure reflects a persistent challenge for the city, which balances its role as a major urban centre with a vibrant tourism sector and academic institutions. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.6% of all reported incidents—3.9 per 1,000 residents, 28% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.6% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000, 23% above the national figure. Shoplifting, at 1.4 per 1,000, was the third most common category, 115% higher than the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. These figures may be influenced by the summer season, when Exeter experiences a surge in visitors and outdoor events. The city's retail and leisure districts, which attract both residents and tourists, likely contribute to the higher rates of property-related crimes. However, the seasonal context also brings challenges in managing crowds and ensuring public safety. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the distribution across categories suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic and nightlife activity. The data also highlights disparities in local crime patterns compared to the UK as a whole, particularly in violent and property crimes, which may be linked to Exeter's unique demographic and geographic characteristics.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 55% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 20 to 31 incidents. This spike, though not linked to specific events, may be influenced by increased outdoor activity during peak summer. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 59.3%, dropping from 27 to 11 cases—a shift potentially tied to fewer cyclists on the roads as schools were out. Violence and sexual offences rose by 6.5%, with 543 reported cases, maintaining their position as the most common category at 37.6% of total crimes. Shoplifting remained significantly above the UK average, at 115% higher than the national rate of 0.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also rose, with 268 incidents—23% above the UK average—highlighting ongoing challenges in managing public spaces during busy summer months. These trends underscore the combination of seasonal activity and local crime patterns.

Exeter's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.8. This slight decline contrasts with the overall 20.9% increase compared to the UK average of 8.6. On a daily basis, Exeter recorded approximately 47 crimes each day in July, reflecting the local rhythm of activity and population density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 96 residents, a figure that provides context for the frequency of incidents relative to the population of 138,399. This monthly exposure rate highlights the proportion of residents affected by crime, though it does not account for variations in individual risk factors. The decrease from June may be attributed to seasonal shifts, such as the end of summer festivals or changes in tourism patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.