Crediton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Crediton’s June 2025 crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents places it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1, a significant deviation that reflects the area’s unique demographic and geographic profile. As a built-up area within Mid Devon, Crediton’s crime profile is shaped by its rural character, with limited urban density and a population of 8,068. The most prevalent crime types—violence and sexual offences (50% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and criminal damage and arson (11.5%)—suggest a mix of interpersonal and property-related issues. The prominence of violence and sexual offences may be linked to seasonal factors, as June marks the beginning of the summer tourist season, which could increase social interactions and related incidents. However, Crediton’s rate for shoplifting is 37% below the UK average, indicating effective local deterrence measures or a lower retail footfall compared to more densely populated areas. This contrast with the UK average is further evident in anti-social behaviour, which is 30% below the national rate, reflecting the town’s quieter, more community-oriented environment. The seasonal context of June—a time of longer days and the onset of tourism—may also influence crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity contributing to higher rates of public order offences, though these saw a 60% decline this month. Overall, Crediton’s crime profile illustrates a balance between local-specific factors and broader national trends, with its rural setting and low population density likely contributing to its comparatively lower crime rates.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and other crime both increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, reflecting a sharp rise in these categories. Conversely, other theft and public order offences fell significantly, with the former dropping by 66.7% and the latter by 60%. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common crime type (50% of total), decreased by 7.1%, a modest but notable decline. This area’s crime mix also contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences are 12% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 30% below. These differences suggest that local factors—such as Crediton’s rural setting and limited nightlife—may play a role in shaping crime trends. Residents may find the 37% lower rate of shoplifting compared to the UK average particularly reassuring, indicating effective local measures or reduced retail footfall during the early summer months.

Crediton's crime rate in June 2025 (6.5 per 1,000 residents) represents a 13.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent downward trend. This reduction positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a 19.8% lower rate than the national average. Locally, this translates to approximately two crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the start of the summer season. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a statistic that underscores the area’s comparatively low exposure to crime. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against Crediton’s population of 8,068, suggests that residents are far less likely to experience crime than the UK average, which may be influenced by the town’s rural character and limited urban density.