Tiverton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tiverton's November 2024 crime profile reveals a stark contrast between property and violent crime, with the latter dominating the statistics. At 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall rate is 11.8% above the UK average, a disparity that underscores the prominence of violent offences. Of the 177 total crimes reported, 77 were classified as violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.5% of the total—a figure significantly higher than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This violent crime dominance may be influenced by factors such as the area's built-up nature, where higher population density and social interactions could contribute to incidents. Anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, with 31 cases reported (1.5 per 1,000), 35% above the UK average, linked to the seasonal context of November, which includes dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night. In contrast, property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime showed lower rates, with shoplifting at 0.5 per 1,000 (28% below the UK average) and vehicle crime at 0.1 per 1,000 (77% below). These variations suggest that Tiverton's crime profile is shaped by both local demographics and external factors, such as the timing of major retail events like Black Friday, which may have driven temporary spikes in certain categories. The month's context—marked by shorter days and the end of the holiday shopping season—may have also played a role in influencing crime patterns, though can be established without further data.

November 2024 saw a sharp increase in robbery, with cases doubling from two to four—a 100% month-on-month rise. This surge contrasts with an 83.3% decline in drug-related crimes, which fell from six to one, potentially reflecting seasonal changes or local enforcement efforts. The balance of crime types also shifted with violent crimes (77) accounting for 43.5% of all incidents, compared to property crimes (51), which made up 28.8% of the total. This imbalance, where violent crime rates are 43% above the UK average, may be linked to Tiverton’s built-up area dynamics, such as higher foot traffic during Black Friday shopping or the influence of Bonfire Night events. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both showed declines, with shoplifting rates 28% below the UK average, due to increased retail security measures during the holiday season. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local conditions and crime patterns, offering residents a clearer picture of where to focus attention.

Tiverton's crime rate in November 2024 (8.5 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 2.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.8 per 1,000. This slight downward trend suggests some stabilization in local crime patterns. above the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately six reported crimes each day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents despite the monthly decline. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 117 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the persistent presence of crime in the built-up area. When scaled to the population of 20,726, this rate illustrates that crime remains a visible concern for residents, even as specific categories like vehicle crime and drug-related offences show reductions. The fluctuation in crime types between November and October indicates that local conditions—such as seasonal events or community initiatives—may play a role in shaping these trends from the data alone.