Hemyock's crime rate is 28.6 per 1,000, significantly safer than the UK average, with an excellent safety score of 92/100.
Hemyock's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average
Based on population of 2,029 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 28.6 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 7.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 92 out of 100 |
| Population | 2,029 |
| Trend | stable |
| Comparison | significantly lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 24 | 11.8 | 41% |
| Public order | 8 | 3.9 | 14% |
| Other theft | 6 | 3 | 10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 6 | 3 | 10% |
| Burglary | 4 | 2 | 7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 3 | 1.5 | 5% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 1 | 3% |
| Drugs | 2 | 1 | 3% |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.5 | 2% |
| Other crime | 1 | 0.5 | 2% |
| Vehicle crime | 1 | 0.5 | 2% |
Hemyock, a built-up area within Mid Devon, reports an overall crime rate of 28.6 per 1,000 people per year. This figure is substantially lower than the UK average crime rate of 93.4 per 1,000. Hemyock boasts an excellent safety score of 92 out of 100, significantly exceeding the national average of 78. Current data indicates a stable crime trend, with no change year-over-year. This report provides a detailed analysis of crime statistics and patterns in Hemyock.
Hemyock has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn Hemyock, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 24 incidents (41.4% of the total) at a rate of 11.8 per 1,000 residents. Public order is the second most common, with 8 crimes (13.8%) at 3.9 per 1,000, followed by Other theft, with 6 incidents (10.3%) at 3.0 per 1,000.
Property-related crime in Hemyock stands at 7.4 per 1,000 people per year, which is considerably lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. This category includes burglary (2.0 per 1,000), other theft (3.0 per 1,000), vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000), and criminal damage and arson (1.5 per 1,000). Despite these very low figures, residents are encouraged to maintain vigilance and implement robust security measures to protect their homes and belongings from opportunistic crime.
Hemyock has a 69.4% lower crime rate than the UK average.
Hemyock has experienced a stable crime trend, with no change year-over-year. Monthly data illustrates fluctuations in crime activity. Crime rates per 1,000 residents were notably low in November 2024 (1.5), February 2025 (2.0), June (2.0), July (1.0), and September 2025 (1.5). However, there were peaks in January 2025 (3.9), April (3.9), and May 2025 (4.4). This stable overall trend, despite monthly variations, suggests a consistent, low level of crime activity in Hemyock.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Hemyock's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning hours are notable for theft and burglary.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon hours are notable for theft and burglary.
6pm - 12am
Evening hours are notable for burglary and theft.
12am - 6am
Night hours are notable for burglary and other offences.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Hemyock's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Hemyock, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime patterns in Hemyock show shifts throughout the day. Morning and afternoon periods are notable for theft and burglary, indicating these property-related crimes are more prevalent during daylight hours. As the day progresses into the evening, burglary and theft remain significant, with 'Other offences' also becoming prominent. During the night, burglary and 'Other offences' are more prevalent, suggesting these incidents are more likely to occur when properties are less attended or monitored.
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How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.
Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.
Emergency Response
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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When assessing Hemyock's crime rate of 28.6 per 1,000 in a local context, it stands out as one of the safest areas compared to its neighbours. Settlements like Culmstock, Smeatharpe, Dunkeswell, and Rockwell Green typically exhibit similar low crime rates, characteristic of rural communities. Hemyock's figures align with the safety profile of these more rural areas within Mid Devon, often benefiting from close-knit communities and lower population densities. Understanding these local comparisons helps residents gauge Hemyock's exceptional safety within the wider regional context, informing personal security considerations.
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How we source and verify crime information for Hemyock
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Hemyock. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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