Braunton Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Braunton's July 2024 crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents marks a continued position well below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a 59.5% deficit. This figure underscores the area's consistently low crime profile, which is particularly notable given its status as a built-up area within North Devon—a region known for its coastal tourism and seasonal fluctuations. The top crime types in July were violence and sexual offences (28.6% of total incidents), criminal damage and arson (17.9%), and public order offences (17.9%). These categories align with the area's character as a tourist destination, where public order issues may arise during festivals and outdoor events, and where seasonal tourism could contribute to property crimes. The overall rate remains stable compared to previous months, with no major spikes in violent crime despite the peak summer season. The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, festivals, and a surge in tourist activity—may have influenced the distribution of crime types, with public order and violence-related incidents more likely to occur in crowded spaces. However, the significant drop in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour compared to earlier in the year suggests that local initiatives or increased community engagement may have contributed to the area's ongoing safety. This pattern is consistent with Braunton's reputation as a relatively quiet and safe part of North Devon, where the combination of a small population, low-density housing, and strong community policing likely plays a role in maintaining the low crime rate.

July 2024 saw notable decreases in several crime categories, with shoplifting falling by 50% from two incidents in June to one in July. This reduction may be linked to increased police visibility during the summer tourist season or improved retail security measures. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 50%, declining from four to two incidents, a change consistent with the quieter summer evenings in a coastal area. Violence and sexual offences fell by 27.3%, from 11 to 8 cases, a trend that may reflect the seasonal shift in population dynamics. However, some categories saw increases, including burglary, which rose from zero to one incident—a 100% jump. Other crime and public order offences both doubled compared to June. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Braunton (1.0 per 1,000) is 65% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, illustrating the area's continued safety despite the slight upward trend in overall crime rate.

Braunton's crime rate in July 2024 rose slightly by 7.6% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.2 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a small upward trend, the overall rate remains 59.5% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day during the month, a figure that reflects the low density of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 8,265. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 295 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's generally safe environment despite the slight increase. This context is particularly relevant for residents, as the low frequency of crime—when scaled to population—suggests that most Braunton residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The comparison to the previous month highlights a minor fluctuation but does not indicate a significant shift in the area's crime profile.