Cullompton Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cullompton's crime profile in May 2024 reveals a striking imbalance between property and violent crime, with violent offences dominating at 23 incidents compared to 11 property crimes. This 2.1-to-1 ratio suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts over financial motivations, a pattern consistent with smaller built-up areas where community interactions are frequent. The overall crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places Cullompton 32.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a gap that may reflect the town's character as a relatively tranquil commuter hub within Mid Devon. Anti-social behaviour emerged as the most prevalent category, accounting for 38.2% of all reported crimes (26 incidents), a figure that is 52% above the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This suggests a combination of local social dynamics and the challenges of managing public spaces in a town with limited formal policing resources. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays and extended evening hours—likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as increased outdoor activity and alcohol consumption in local pubs and public areas may heighten tensions. While property crime remains relatively low, the absence of shoplifting incidents (only one reported) compared to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 indicates either effective local deterrence measures or a lack of targeted retail areas that typically drive such offences. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) further reinforces the perception of Cullompton as a safer, more stable environment compared to larger urban centres.

May 2024 saw a notable 13% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 23 to 26 incidents, a shift that may reflect the impact of extended evenings and public drinking during bank holidays. This category's 52% above UK average rate underscores a local challenge in managing community behaviour, particularly in areas with high foot traffic such as the town centre. Conversely, shoplifting incidents plummeted by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), an anomaly that could indicate seasonal retail patterns or successful local initiatives targeting theft in commercial zones. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a significant disparity, with violent offences (23) outnumbering property crimes (11) by more than double. This suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts rather than economic motivations, a trend that may be linked to the town's social fabric and limited commercial activity. The category of 'other crime' saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 1 incident, a figure that could represent either a new type of offence or a reporting anomaly. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Cullompton (1.9 per 1,000) are 33% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a statistic that may be attributed to the town's lower population density and the absence of high-risk environments typically associated with urban violence.

Cullompton's crime rate in May 2024 (5.7 per 1,000) marked a 19.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.1 per 1,000, a decline that aligns with the typical seasonal pattern of reduced crime activity in spring as weather conditions become more favourable. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in May, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 175 residents. This monthly aggregate provides a useful benchmark for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low compared to larger urban centres. When contextualised against the town's population of 11,887, the 68 reported crimes represent a manageable volume that suggests the local policing resources are effectively addressing incidents as they arise. The contrast with the UK average highlights Cullompton's position as a safer area, particularly in categories such as vehicle crime (79% below UK average) and drugs offences (55% below UK average). However, the elevated rate of anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average indicates a specific area for targeted intervention, possibly through community engagement initiatives or enhanced street lighting in high-traffic areas. The month-on-month decrease in violent crime (from 32 to 23 incidents) further reinforces the notion that local efforts to manage public order are yielding positive results, though the persistent dominance of anti-social behaviour suggests that more sustained action may be required to address underlying social factors.