Crediton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Crediton's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 45.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area's generally low crime environment. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, accounting for 54.1% of all incidents, despite being 14% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is a concern locally, its frequency remains lower than in other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour followed with 16.2% of total crimes, also significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may contribute to increased public interactions to the 54.5% month-on-month rise in crime. Property crimes were minimal, with only 4 incidents reported, compared to 20 violent crimes. This imbalance could reflect Crediton's character as a smaller, built-up area within Mid Devon, where social dynamics and community engagement may influence crime patterns. The low rate of shoplifting—81% below the UK average—further supports the idea that retail theft is not a pressing issue in this area. However, the sharp increase in possession of weapons, which was 400% above the national average, raises questions about localized factors that may require further analysis. Overall, Crediton's crime profile illustrates a mix of low-level, community-focused incidents and a few outlier categories that deviate significantly from national norms.

June saw significant month-on-month increases in public order offences, drugs-related crimes, and possession of weapons, each tripling from the previous month. This surge in public order offences—rising from one to three incidents—suggests a possible link to the start of the summer season, when public spaces may see increased activity. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, comprising 54.1% of all crimes, though they were 14% below the UK average. The possession of weapons category, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 400% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a striking outlier that warrants attention. This contrast between local and national trends underscores the unique crime profile of Crediton, where property crimes were exceptionally low—only 4 incidents compared to 20 violent crimes. Residents may find the 81% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average particularly relevant, as it indicates a lower risk of retail-related theft.

Crediton's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 54.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.0 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 45.9% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged roughly one incident per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's generally secure environment. When scaled to the population of 8,068, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 218 residents—highlighting the relatively sparse occurrence of crime in this built-up area. This context contrasts sharply with larger urban centres where crime rates are significantly higher. For residents, the monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk, though it remains far below national benchmarks. The shift in June may relate to seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during the early summer months.