Cullompton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cullompton's built-up area recorded 48 crimes in October 2023, equating to a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average of 8.0. This figure, while low, reflects the area's unique characteristics as a smaller town within Mid Devon, where community dynamics and local initiatives may contribute to sustained crime reduction. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 18 incidents (37.5% of the total), followed by anti-social behaviour (9 cases) and criminal damage and arson (8 cases). These patterns align with the area's profile as a commuter hub and market town, where retail and public spaces generate both social interaction and potential conflict. October's shorter days and the approach of Halloween likely influenced crime trends, with public order offences rising in line with seasonal events. Despite the overall low rate, the persistence of violent crime—though still 44% below the UK average—suggests that targeted interventions may be necessary to address specific vulnerabilities. The breakdown also reveals that property crimes, while lower than the national average, show a mixed picture: vehicle crime surged by 100%, while shoplifting increased by 50%, indicating potential gaps in local prevention strategies. These figures highlight the need for a nuanced approach to crime management that balances seasonal factors with long-term community engagement.

October 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime surging by 100% as two incidents were reported compared to zero in September. This increase aligns with seasonal factors, as darker evenings may have affected visibility in parking areas. Public order offences also doubled, rising from 2 to 4, a change consistent with Halloween-related activity in the town centre. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 18.2%, likely reflecting a reduction in incidents during the early part of the month. Among property crimes, shoplifting increased by 50% to 3 incidents, while other theft fell by 25% to 3 cases. This mix highlights the dual impact of seasonal events and local enforcement efforts. The area's violent crime rate—1.5 per 1,000—remains 44% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 38% below the national figure. These statistics suggest that community-focused initiatives may be contributing to sustained reductions in certain categories, even as others fluctuate with seasonal rhythms.

Cullompton's crime rate in October 2023 fell to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 4.0% decrease from the previous month's 4.2 rate. This places the area firmly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, with a 50% gap that has remained consistent in recent months. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across the built-up area's 31 days, translating to roughly one reported crime every 248 residents over the course of the month. For context, a population of 11,887 means that each resident faces a 0.04% chance of being directly involved in a crime. While this is lower than the UK average, the local mix of crimes shows distinct patterns: violence and sexual offences, though below the UK average, remain the most frequent category, while anti-social behaviour and public order offences are both significantly under the national benchmark. This suggests that local factors—such as community policing efforts or area-specific demographics—play a role in shaping the crime profile, even as national trends persist.