Braunton Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Braunton’s August 2025 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 19% monthly increase but remains 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its status as a coastal resort in North Devon, where tourism and seasonal fluctuations heavily influence patterns. Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents, 29% of total) and violence and sexual offences (8 incidents, 25.8%) dominate, though both are significantly below national averages. Shoplifting, however, surged to five incidents—a 400% rise from July—likely tied to August’s peak holiday season, which brings increased foot traffic and potentially more opportunities for retail crime. This spike contrasts with the UK average for shoplifting (0.6 per 1,000), where Braunton’s rate of 0.6 per 1,000 suggests local measures may temper risks. The seasonal context of August, a time of high tourism and empty homes, may also elevate burglary risks, though no such incidents were reported this month. These trends highlight the interplay between Braunton’s geography, economy, and crime dynamics, underscoring the need for targeted awareness during peak tourist periods.

August 2025 saw a dramatic 400% surge in shoplifting, rising from one to five incidents—a stark anomaly linked to the area’s peak tourist season. This spike aligns with seasonal patterns, as holidaymakers and empty homes may contribute to increased retail crime. Concurrently, drugs-related offences doubled from zero to one, and ‘other crime’ increased by 100%. Violence and sexual offences fell by 33.3%, from 12 to 8, a decline consistent with the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime, remained 25% below the UK average at 1.1 per 1,000. Residents should note that shoplifting rates in Braunton are 5% below the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), suggesting local retail strategies may mitigate risks despite the monthly surge. These shifts illustrate how seasonal dynamics can amplify or suppress crime trends in a tourist-dependent area.

Braunton's crime rate in August 2025 rose to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 19.0% increase from the previous month’s 3.2 per 1,000. While this marks a notable shift, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime levels 53.1% below the national rate. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of one reported incident per day over the month, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak tourist periods. On a population-scaled basis, one crime occurred for every 267 residents over the course of August, a ratio that places Braunton among the lowest-risk areas in the UK. This monthly exposure, though minimal, highlights how even small fluctuations can impact local safety perceptions. The increase in crime this month contrasts with the area’s historical trend of low rates, suggesting that seasonal factors—such as the influx of holidaymakers—may temporarily elevate risks, even in otherwise secure communities.