Tiverton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Tiverton recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.0% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's relatively safer profile compared to national benchmarks, though the crime mix reveals distinct local patterns. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, dominated the landscape, accounting for 41.2% of all incidents, compared to property crimes at 26.9%. This imbalance between violent and property crime is noteworthy, as it contrasts with broader UK trends where property crime often leads. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely influenced these dynamics. For instance, the 40% surge in shoplifting may be tied to pre-Christmas retail activity, while the 42% decline in anti-social behaviour could reflect reduced public gatherings during colder evenings. However, the 7% gap between Tiverton's violent crime rate (2.4 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) suggests a potential local factor, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, that may contribute to lower violent crime. This data highlights the need for targeted approaches to address the dominant violent crime category while maintaining the positive trajectory in reducing anti-social behaviour and property-related offences.

November saw a 6.5% rise in violent crimes, driven by a 49-incident total, marking the highest category by volume. This increase, though modest, contrasts with a 42% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 50 to 29 incidents. The shift in crime mix reflects a notable imbalance, with violent crimes accounting for 41.2% of the total, compared to property crimes at 26.9%. Shoplifting surged by 40%, rising from 5 to 7 incidents, a trend possibly linked to Black Friday promotions. Meanwhile, vehicle crime declined by 33.3%, aligning with a broader UK trend of reduced motor-related offences during colder months. The 50% increase in possession of weapons, from 2 to 3 incidents, raises specific concerns, though the small absolute change limits immediate alarm. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Tiverton, influenced by both seasonal factors and local events.

Tiverton's November 2023 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 23.8% decrease from the previous month's 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a notable downward trend. This reduction aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November typically sees fewer outdoor activities and lower foot traffic in retail areas compared to festive periods. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 4 incidents per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for consistent community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate, though lower than the UK average, highlights the importance of localised crime prevention strategies. The population of 20,726 provides a baseline for understanding how crime distribution interacts with community size, offering a nuanced perspective on safety trends in Tiverton.