Mid Devon Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Mid Devon during November 2024, accounting for 42% of all reported crimes — the highest proportion of any category. This focus on interpersonal crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 2.6 per 1,000 residents compared to Mid Devon's 2.2 per 1,000, a 15% gap. The area's overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 32.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.6, a significant achievement for a region that includes both rural and urban settlements. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns: the onset of darker evenings may have influenced anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, which were 22% below the UK average. Conversely, the proximity of Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping could have created conditions for increased violent crime. The breakdown also revealed that anti-social behaviour (16.5% of all crimes) and criminal damage (11.5%) remained persistent issues, albeit at levels lower than the UK average. The area's relatively low rates of theft from the person (71% below the UK average) and shoplifting suggest effective policing or community engagement in retail areas. This profile illustrates a region where violent crime is the primary concern, but where overall safety remains markedly better than the national benchmark.

Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent crime category in November 2024, contributing 42% of all reported crimes — 15% below the UK average. This dominance underscores the need for targeted community initiatives to address interpersonal conflict. Robbery incidents surged by 75%, rising from 4 to 7 cases, a sharp increase that warrants attention. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 64.3%, dropping from 14 to 5, suggesting potential success in local enforcement or reduced illicit activity. Burglary also rose by 50%, from 16 to 24 incidents, though it still remains 3% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with property crimes showing both increases and decreases across categories. Residents may find the 71% reduction in shoplifting — from 24 to 17 cases — a positive sign, particularly as Black Friday shopping approached.

Mid Devon's crime rate in November 2024 fell by 9.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued downward trend. With 436 crimes reported over 30 days, that equates to roughly 15 crimes per day — a figure that, while notable, remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents, underscoring the relatively low exposure to crime in the area. This monthly aggregate highlights the broader safety profile of Mid Devon, where crime remains a rare occurrence for most residents. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite fluctuations in specific categories, the overall burden of crime is significantly lower than the national average. This context is critical for residents and policymakers, as it reinforces the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures and the relatively stable environment in the district.