Braunton Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2023, Braunton recorded a crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 71.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the relatively low risk of encountering crime in Braunton compared to the national picture. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (21.1%) and anti-social behaviour (15.8%). These statistics align with the seasonal context of September, a time when the area experiences the return of students to local schools and universities, as well as the transition into shorter evenings. While violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent category, their rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or effective policing—may contribute to this lower incidence. The presence of criminal damage and arson, though lower than the UK average, could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and potential for vandalism in public spaces. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of shoplifting and other theft categories indicate that Braunton’s small-scale retail environment may deter such crimes, or that local awareness and prevention measures are effective. The seasonal shift in September, with the start of the academic year and the gradual reduction in daylight, may also influence crime patterns, increasing incidents of violence in evenings or affecting the visibility of anti-social behaviour. Overall, the data underscores that while crime exists in Braunton, its frequency and nature differ markedly from the broader UK context, reflecting the unique characteristics of this built-up area within North Devon.

September 2023 saw a 33.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from six to eight incidents. This category, while still 64% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, underscores a concerning upward trend in violent crime. Simultaneously, bicycle theft surged by 100% (from zero to one incident), and possession of weapons also rose by 100% (from zero to one), highlighting potential vulnerabilities in local security measures or seasonal factors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 50%, and other theft decreased by 66.7%, reflecting possible shifts in community activity or enforcement efforts. Criminal damage and arson dropped by 20%, suggesting a reduction in property-related incidents. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic nature of crime in Braunton, where targeted interventions or seasonal changes may play a role in shaping local crime patterns.

Braunton’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 20.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in crime, though seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year and shorter evenings may have influenced local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to a manageable level of risk for residents. When scaled to the population of 8,265, this means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 435 residents. While this monthly exposure is low, crime rates can fluctuate based on local events, such as the return of students to educational institutions or changes in community activity patterns. This perspective helps contextualise the data for individuals living or working in Braunton, showing that the likelihood of encountering a crime remains relatively low compared to the UK average.