Crediton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Crediton's built-up area within Mid Devon recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, marking a 28.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure places the area among the safer small towns in the region, though it highlights the persistence of certain crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all reported crimes, aligning precisely with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This balance contrasts with the 14.3% share each of shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, which diverge from national patterns: shoplifting is 11% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 34% below. The seasonal context of November—marked by the approach of Bonfire Night and the peak of Black Friday shopping—may have influenced these trends, with retail theft potentially driven by increased foot traffic and the availability of high-value goods. However, the relatively low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000), both significantly below the UK average, suggests that the area's compact, residential character and limited commercial density may act as natural deterrents to such offences. The overall crime profile appears shaped by a combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms, with the built-up area's proximity to rural surroundings likely contributing to the lower incidence of property crime compared to more densely populated urban centres.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in burglary, shoplifting, and vehicle crime compared to the previous month, with all three categories rising from zero to one incident. This spike in property-related offences contrasts with a 66.7% drop in public order offences and a 57.1% decrease in other theft. The breakdown reveals a notable divergence from the UK average: shoplifting in Crediton is 11% higher than the national rate of 0.6 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour is 34% lower than the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. These shifts may reflect the impact of seasonal events, such as Black Friday shopping, which could have heightened opportunities for retail theft. Meanwhile, the significant reduction in public order offences may indicate a temporary decline in incidents linked to Bonfire Night celebrations, which typically occur in late October or early November. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for heightened vigilance in securing vehicles during the month.

Crediton's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 20.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.6 per 1,000. This decline reflects a broader trend of reduced incidents across several categories, particularly in public order offences, which dropped by two-thirds. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, underscoring a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 8,068, the monthly exposure equates to one crime for every 192 residents, a figure that highlights the area's comparative safety. While this rate is significantly lower than the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, the local context suggests that factors such as seasonal transitions and community-focused policing may contribute to the sustained reduction in crime. the presence of specific interventions, but the consistent downward trend aligns with patterns observed in other small built-up areas with similar demographic profiles.