Crime is increasing and LOW in Bradninch
Bradninch's crime rate is 70.4 per 1,000, safer than the UK average, with a strong safety score of 83/100.
Bradninch's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average
Based on population of 2,032 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 70.4 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 12.8 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 83 out of 100 |
| Population | 2,032 |
| Trend | increasing |
| Comparison | significantly lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 62 | 30.5 | 43% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 33 | 16.2 | 23% |
| Public order | 19 | 9.3 | 13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 | 7.4 | 10% |
| Other theft | 5 | 2.5 | 4% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 1.5 | 2% |
| Burglary | 2 | 1 | 1% |
| Other crime | 2 | 1 | 1% |
| Vehicle crime | 1 | 0.5 | 1% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.5 | 1% |
Bradninch, a built-up area within Mid Devon, reports an overall crime rate of 70.4 per 1,000 people per year. This figure is lower than the UK average crime rate of 93.4 per 1,000. Bradninch maintains a strong safety score of 83 out of 100, exceeding the national average of 78. However, recent data indicates an increasing trend in overall crime, with a 33.6% rise year-over-year. This report provides a detailed analysis of crime statistics and patterns in Bradninch.
Bradninch has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn Bradninch, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 62 incidents (43.4% of the total) at a rate of 30.5 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 33 crimes (23.1%) at 16.2 per 1,000, followed by Public order, with 19 incidents (13.3%) at 9.3 per 1,000.
Property-related crime in Bradninch stands at 12.8 per 1,000 people per year, which is considerably lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. This category includes burglary (1.0 per 1,000), other theft (2.5 per 1,000), vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000), and criminal damage and arson (7.4 per 1,000). Despite these lower figures, residents are encouraged to maintain vigilance and implement robust security measures to protect their homes and belongings from opportunistic crime.
Bradninch has a 24.6% lower crime rate than the UK average.
Bradninch has experienced a significant increasing trend in overall crime, with a substantial 33.6% rise year-over-year. Monthly data illustrates fluctuations in crime activity. Crime rates per 1,000 residents were notably lower in December 2024 (2.5) and September 2025 (2.5), following a peak in October 2024 (11.8). Rates then fluctuated, showing increases in February (5.9), May (5.9), June (7.4), and July 2025 (6.9). This pronounced increase suggests an evolving crime landscape in Bradninch, prompting residents to consider enhanced security awareness and measures.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Bradninch's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning hours are notable for other offences and theft.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon hours are notable for other offences and theft.
6pm - 12am
Evening hours primarily see other offences activity.
12am - 6am
Night hours are notable for other offences and burglary.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Bradninch's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Bradninch, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime patterns in Bradninch exhibit shifts throughout the day. Morning and afternoon periods are particularly notable for 'Other offences' and theft, indicating activity during daylight hours. As the day progresses into the evening, 'Other offences' become significantly more prominent, while theft rates see a reduction. During the night, 'Other offences' and burglary are more prevalent, suggesting these incidents are more likely to occur when properties are less attended or monitored.
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How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
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Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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When assessing Bradninch's crime rate of 70.4 per 1,000 in a local context, it compares with nearby communities such as Cullompton, Silverton, Stoneyford, and Broadclyst. Cullompton, as a larger built-up area, often exhibits a different mix of crime types and volumes. Silverton and Stoneyford, typically smaller and more rural, might present lower crime figures. Bradninch's figures generally align with the safety profile of suburban areas within Mid Devon, balancing its own amenities with the proximity to larger or smaller settlements. Understanding these local comparisons helps residents gauge Bradninch's relative safety and compare it with the wider regional context.
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How we source and verify crime information for Bradninch
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Bradninch. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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