Tiverton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a complex shift in Tiverton's crime profile, with an overall rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents—28.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This lower-than-national benchmark reflects the area's character as a built-up district within Mid Devon, where rural isolation and community-oriented policing may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.3% of total incidents, though this category remained 21% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.8% of all crimes, with a 1% deviation from the UK average. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns, as June marks the start of summer and the beginning of increased tourism in the region. While violence and anti-social behaviour remained consistent, the sharp rise in burglary and shoplifting—both linked to retail activity—suggests that the area's commercial centres are experiencing heightened vulnerability during peak season. This contrast between stable violent crime rates and spikes in property-related offences highlights the interplay between local economic activity and crime dynamics. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (57% below UK average) and theft from the person (29% below) further reinforce Tiverton's distinct profile, where the absence of major transport hubs or high-density nightlife areas may limit certain types of criminal activity. These findings align with the broader trend of Tiverton maintaining a crime rate significantly below the national average, though the month-on-month increase underscores the need for targeted interventions in retail and residential sectors during summer months.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 500% rise in burglary, from one to six incidents, and a 266.7% increase in shoplifting, reflecting heightened activity in retail areas. These jumps, though stark, remain below the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000). Conversely, public order offences dropped by 57.1%, aligning with the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. The violent crime category, at 47 incidents (37.3% of total crimes), remained 21% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This contrast highlights the area's unique crime profile, where property crimes are affected by seasonal shifts—such as increased foot traffic during summer—while violent crime remains relatively stable. Residents may find the 57.1% drop in public order offences particularly notable, suggesting improved community management or reduced incidents during warmer evenings.

Tiverton's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 40.1% compared to May 2023, moving from 4.3 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area 28.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to approximately four crimes reported each day in June, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure as one crime for every 164 residents. This daily rate, while modest, underscores the need for continued vigilance. The population context further highlights that Tiverton's lower crime rate compared to the UK average is consistent with its character as a built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime opportunities. However, the sharp rise in certain categories, such as burglary and shoplifting, suggests seasonal or situational factors are influencing the crime picture in the short term.