Tiverton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tiverton’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, aligning precisely with the UK average. However, the breakdown of crime types reveals striking disparities. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.9% of all reported crimes—68 incidents in total—surpassing the UK average for this category by 28%. This outlier suggests a significant local dynamic, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as the Christmas party season and extended periods of darkness, which may partly explain the heightened prevalence of violent incidents. Criminal damage and arson also stood out, with 21 reported cases (14.5% of total crimes), 92% above the UK average. This could reflect increased anti-social behaviour during festive periods or targeted vandalism in areas with high foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour, at 18 incidents (12.4%), fell slightly below the UK average, indicating a relatively stable local environment in this category. The seasonal context of December—marked by holiday shopping, reduced daylight, and empty homes—likely influences these patterns. While the overall rate matches the UK average, the concentration of violent crimes and property damage highlights areas for local scrutiny. The balance between property crimes (48 incidents) and violent crimes (68) shifts slightly toward violence compared to the UK profile, where property crime typically dominates. This divergence may be tied to Tiverton’s character as a built-up area within Mid Devon, where community dynamics and seasonal pressures intersect.

December 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons surged by 200% (from 1 to 3), and vehicle crime rose by the same margin, suggesting a potential uptick in illegal activity or increased police visibility. Bicycle theft also doubled (from 0 to 3), which may reflect heightened theft in areas with cycling infrastructure or holiday-related disruptions. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 54.5% (from 11 to 5), possibly due to increased retail security measures or altered consumer behaviour during the festive season. Public order offences decreased by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), aligning with the UK average and indicating a quieter environment in this category. Other theft dropped by 27.3% (from 11 to 8), though this remains above the UK average for the category. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, were 28% higher than the UK average, a figure that could concern local residents. Criminal damage and arson, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 92% above the UK average, underscoring a need for targeted interventions. These fluctuations illustrate how Tiverton’s crime mix shifts seasonally, with property damage and violence rising while retail theft declines—a pattern that may reflect both local and national trends.

Tiverton’s crime rate in December 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month, with no significant change from the 7.0 per 1,000 figure recorded in November. This consistency suggests that local crime dynamics are relatively steady despite seasonal variations. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported each day, a figure that aligns with the area’s built-up character and population density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 143 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is comparable to other similarly sized communities. When scaled to Tiverton’s population of 20,726, this means that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low, though the concentration of violent crimes and property damage may create pockets of concern. The comparison to the UK average is nuanced: while the overall rate matches the national figure, specific categories like violence and sexual offences (28% above UK average) and criminal damage (92% above) highlight areas where Tiverton diverges. These discrepancies suggest that local factors—such as community events, policing strategies, or demographic trends—play a role in shaping the crime profile. Residents may find the monthly exposure rate useful for understanding risk, though it is important to contextualise it with the area’s unique characteristics.