Mid Devon Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 84,993 residents, Mid Devon recorded 466 crimes in May 2025, equating to 5.5 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 32.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.5% of all reported incidents (198 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.1%). These figures align with Mid Devon’s character as a largely rural district with smaller towns and communities, where interpersonal disputes and property damage may occur more frequently in localized settings. May’s longer evenings and bank holidays likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising, which may partially explain the higher proportion of violence and public order offences compared to other months. However, the area’s overall low crime rate suggests effective community policing or a demographic profile less prone to certain types of criminal activity. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, meaning Mid Devon’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 19% below the national benchmark, a gap that could reflect lower population density or stronger social cohesion. While property crimes like burglary and vehicle theft remain below UK averages, the dominance of violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

May 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to April. Other crime increased by 100% (from 5 to 10 incidents), while bicycle theft rose from zero to one case—a 100% increase. Other theft also surged by 95.2% (from 21 to 41), potentially linked to seasonal shopping or increased outdoor activity. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 83.3% (from 6 to 1), drugs-related offences fell by 25% (from 8 to 6), and burglary decreased by 20% (from 15 to 12). These fluctuations suggest a combination of local factors and broader trends. The category of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 42.5% of all crimes—remains 19% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 37% below the national rate. This contrast with higher-than-average UK figures for property crimes like vehicle theft (Mid Devon’s rate is 75% below the UK average) hints at a community where interpersonal conflicts may be more prominent than economic crime. Residents might find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly relevant, as it could indicate vulnerabilities in local security measures or increased cycling during warmer weather.

Mid Devon’s crime rate in May 2025 (5.5 per 1,000) reflects a 5.0% increase from April’s 5.2 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 15 crimes per day—equivalent to one crime for every 182 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not provided here but would likely be substantially higher given Mid Devon’s overall 32.1% deficit. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, for every 1,000 residents, fewer than six crimes occur annually in Mid Devon compared to over eight nationally. This discrepancy could be attributed to the area’s rural nature, where community ties and lower population density may deter certain types of crime. However, the 5.0% monthly increase from April suggests a slight uptick in activity, influenced by May’s bank holidays and extended daylight hours. While the daily crime count is relatively low, the 100% rise in bicycle theft and other crime highlights specific vulnerabilities that may require attention. For residents, the 1-in-182 monthly exposure rate offers context for assessing personal risk, though it is essential to remember that crime distribution is uneven across locations and demographics within the district.