Tiverton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tiverton’s crime profile in November 2025 is defined by a stark imbalance between violent and property offences. With 61 violent crimes reported—accounting for 42.4% of total incidents—this marks the highest proportion of violent crime in the area since at least 2020. Property crimes, at 49, remain lower than violent incidents but still reflect the area’s broader challenges, particularly in retail sectors. The overall crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents places Tiverton 4.1% below the UK average of 7.3, a margin that underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile despite recent fluctuations. Seasonal factors likely influenced this month’s data: the sharp rise in shoplifting, which surged by 266.7% compared to October, is consistent with the shopping frenzy of Black Friday. Similarly, the spike in criminal damage and arson—up 111.1%—may be tied to Bonfire Night’s proximity, which often sees increased pyrotechnic activity. However, the dominance of violent crime, which is 13% above the UK average, raises questions about local dynamics. While Tiverton’s built-up area status and its location within Mid Devon—a region with historically lower crime rates—suggest a relatively safe environment, the elevated violent crime figures indicate a need for targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour, at 23 incidents, and criminal damage, at 19, further complicate the picture, suggesting that community tensions or environmental factors may be contributing. The area’s relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates, which are 33% and 75% below the UK average respectively, contrast with the rise in violent offences. This divergence could reflect Tiverton’s character as a smaller, more tightly knit community where personal conflicts or disputes may play a larger role in driving crime. As the month progressed, the interplay between seasonal events and local crime patterns became more pronounced, with November’s darker evenings likely exacerbating incidents of violence and public order offences. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the shift towards violent crime highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and community engagement to address emerging trends.

November 2025 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from three to 11—a 266.7% increase. This spike aligns with Black Friday’s impact on retail areas, where heightened foot traffic may have created opportunities for opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 111.1%, from nine to 19 cases, a trend that may be linked to Bonfire Night’s proximity. Conversely, robbery rates dropped by two-thirds, from three to one incident, while vehicle crime fell by half, from two to one. The dominance of violent crime—61 incidents, or 42.4% of total crimes—marks a notable shift compared to previous months. Violent and sexual offences in Tiverton are 13% above the UK average, while shoplifting remains 21% below national levels. These contrasts highlight the area’s unique crime profile, where community-focused policing may need to balance efforts between public safety and economic activity.

Tiverton's crime rate rose by 10.0% in November 2025, climbing from 6.3 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, brings the local rate closer to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day—a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 144 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, the rise in violent crime and anti-social behaviour suggests shifting patterns that may reflect seasonal pressures. The population context shows that Tiverton’s crime rate, though below the UK average, is not immune to fluctuations tied to local events such as Bonfire Night and the early shopping rush. Residents should note that while property crime remains lower than the UK average, the dominance of violent offences indicates a need for community vigilance in public spaces.