Tiverton Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Tiverton, 9.2 crimes were reported in March 2024 — a rate 19.5% higher than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a 1-in-109 chance of encountering a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that reflects both local patterns and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.4%) and public order offences (10.0%). These figures suggest a combination of community dynamics and environmental factors. The transition to spring, with longer evenings and clocks changing, may have influenced patterns of activity in public spaces. For instance, the spike in public order offences — which rose 280% compared to February — could be linked to increased foot traffic in town centres as daylight hours extended. Similarly, the 42% increase in anti-social behaviour might reflect seasonal shifts in social interactions. However, the data also reveals some unexpected contrasts: shoplifting rates were 18% below the UK average, and burglary rates were 69% lower. These discrepancies may be explained by Tiverton’s character as a largely rural built-up area, where commercial activity is concentrated in specific zones, reducing opportunities for certain crimes. The higher-than-average rates for violent offences, however, suggest a need for targeted community engagement strategies, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and extended evening activity.

March 2024 saw dramatic increases in specific crime categories, with public order offences surging 280% (from 5 to 19 incidents) and criminal damage and arson rising 200% (from 5 to 15). These jumps, while significant, do not appear to be isolated — anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 105.3% (from 19 to 39). This shift in crime mix suggests a greater emphasis on disorder-related incidents compared to the previous month. Violent crimes, which accounted for 40.8% of all incidents, remain 42% above the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a figure that may be influenced by local factors such as the town’s retail and leisure infrastructure. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 75% (from 4 to 1), and other crime fell 42.9% (from 7 to 4), indicating potential reductions in opportunistic theft. The data also reveals stark regional contrasts: while Tiverton’s shoplifting rate was 18% below the UK average, its possession of weapons rate was 186% above. This discrepancy may be explained by local policing priorities or demographic factors. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 36.6% increase in the overall crime rate compared to February 2024, which underscores the importance of community vigilance during transitional seasons.

Tiverton’s crime rate in March 2024 (9.2 per 1,000) represents a 36.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.8 per 1,000. This rise, while notable, must be contextualised within the area’s population of 20,726 — a figure that means 6 crimes were reported daily in March. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents, a statistic that highlights both the scale of local policing challenges and the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. When viewed against the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Tiverton’s rate remains elevated. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area is not among the most dangerous in the UK, its crime profile diverges from national trends in key areas. For instance, violent crime rates are 42% above the UK average, yet burglary rates are 69% below. This contrast suggests that Tiverton’s crime profile is shaped by local factors — such as its status as a built-up area within Mid Devon — that differ from larger urban centres. The daily crime count, while seemingly high, must be balanced against the area’s smaller population, which means the rate of incidents per capita remains below that of densely populated regions. These comparisons are essential for residents to understand the relative risk of living in Tiverton compared to both national averages and nearby areas.