Crediton Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2023, Crediton recorded 29 crimes across its population of 8,068 residents, translating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 people. This figure places the area 52.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a significantly lower incidence of crime compared to the national picture. The breakdown of offences reveals a stark contrast in crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 18 incidents (62.1% of total crimes), followed by public order offences (5, 17.2%) and criminal damage and arson (3, 10.3%). This pattern of violent crime being high compared to property-related offences may be influenced by local factors such as the area’s smaller population and the seasonal transition to spring, which often brings longer evenings and increased social activity. The UK average for violent crimes is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Crediton’s rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 20% below, suggesting that while violent crime remains a concern, it is less prevalent here than in many other parts of the country. The relatively low number of property crimes—only five in total—further underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, with rates for burglary, anti-social behaviour, and other theft categories all falling significantly below national averages. This combination of factors illustrates a built-up area where violent crime is more common than property-related offences but still occurs at a rate far lower than the UK average, likely shaped by the community’s size, demographics, and seasonal rhythms.

The crime mix in Crediton during March 2023 was heavily skewed toward violent and sexual offences, which accounted for 62.1% of all reported crimes. This is 20% below the UK average for the same category, indicating a lower incidence of violence compared to the national trend. Public order offences, making up 17.2% of total crimes, were also 6% below the UK average, suggesting a more orderly public environment than typical for the country. Crimes such as anti-social behaviour and burglary were reported at rates significantly below UK averages—90% and 70% lower respectively—highlighting areas where Crediton diverges from national patterns. The low number of property crimes (five in total) contrasts with the higher volume of violent offences, a mix that may reflect local factors such as the area’s character as a smaller, built-up community rather than a major urban centre. For residents, the data illustrates that while violent crime remains a concern, the overall risk of property-related offences is comparatively low.

In March 2023, Crediton reported 29 crimes over 31 days, equating to roughly one crime per day for the built-up area. This daily rate is a local figure and should not be compared to UK-wide averages, as national data is not available for daily frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 278 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for the 8,068 residents of Crediton. When scaled to the area’s population, the crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents translates to a relatively low impact on individual residents, with fewer than four crimes occurring for every 1,000 people. This contrasts sharply with the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting Crediton’s distinct position in the national crime profile. The low number of property crimes—just five in total—further underscores the area’s lower exposure to theft and burglary compared to the UK average, where such offences typically occur more frequently in urban centres. These figures suggest that, despite being a built-up area, Crediton’s crime profile is shaped by factors such as its smaller population and possibly lower foot traffic compared to larger towns.