Tiverton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominates Tiverton’s crime profile in October 2023, accounting for 32.1% of all reported crimes. At 2.4 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 87% higher than the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000 — a significant divergence that may reflect local characteristics such as the area’s mix of urban and rural elements. The overall crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 places Tiverton 6.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, though this mask a complex picture: while property crimes (48 incidents) and violent crimes (46 incidents) are broadly in line with national norms, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage stand out as high. October’s seasonal context — darker evenings, Halloween, and the clocks going back — likely amplifies tensions in public spaces, contributing to the surge in anti-social behaviour. The area’s built-up nature, combined with its proximity to rural surroundings, may create a unique environment where community dynamics and geographic factors intersect to influence crime patterns. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) suggest that Tiverton’s urban core is not a major hub for property-related offences, a contrast to more densely populated or economically disadvantaged areas. These patterns align with Tiverton’s identity as a mid-sized town with a mix of historic and modern infrastructure, where crime prevention efforts may focus more on managing community tensions than deterring large-scale property crime.

October 2023 saw a 200% increase in 'other crime' and a 100% rise in both 'possession of weapons' and 'drugs' compared to September. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, signal potential shifts in local dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 28.6% (from seven to five incidents), marking one of the few decreases in the month. Anti-social behaviour remains the most prevalent category, with a rate of 2.4 per 1,000 — 87% above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends may reflect local factors such as community engagement or seasonal pressures, though no direct causal link is established. The 35.7% monthly increase in overall crime highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where anti-social behaviour and other non-violent crimes are concentrated.

Tiverton’s crime rate in October 2023 rose by 35.7% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.6 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still places the area 6.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Tiverton recorded an average of five crimes per day in October, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 133 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of how crime is distributed across the population, though it does not account for variations in individual risk factors. The population context further highlights the scale: with 20,726 residents, Tiverton’s crime statistics reflect a balance between local trends and broader national patterns. While the area’s rate remains lower than the UK average, the month-on-month jump underscores the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging trends.