Braunton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Braunton's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 1.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 72.9% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This marked improvement aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as December typically sees a shift in crime dynamics due to Christmas shopping, shorter daylight hours, and the temporary absence of some residents during the holiday season. The most common crime type remained violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 56.3% of all incidents, though these fell slightly month-on-month by 10%. Anti-social behaviour, the second most frequent category, decreased sharply by two-thirds, possibly influenced by reduced public activity during the festive period. Bicycle theft and possession of weapons both saw 100% increases from November, though these remain rare occurrences in the area. The low overall crime rate contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime, where Braunton's rate of 1.1 per 1,000 is 57% below the UK average. This may reflect the area's character as a rural built-up community within North Devon, where lower population density and limited urban infrastructure likely contribute to the reduced risk of certain crime types. Seasonal factors such as empty homes during the holidays and reduced foot traffic in local businesses may have played a role in the overall decline, though the persistence of violent crime suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining community safety. The data also highlights the importance of localised factors—such as the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife areas—that differentiate Braunton's crime profile from larger urban centres.

December 2025 brought notable shifts in crime patterns for Braunton, with bicycle theft and possession of weapons both rising by 100% from November. This increase, though small in absolute terms, reflects a change in the crime mix, with property-related offences now comprising 18.8% of total incidents compared to 56.3% for violent crimes. The sharp decline in anti-social behaviour—down 66.7% from 9 to 3 cases—suggests a possible seasonal effect, as darker evenings and holiday closures may have reduced opportunities for such incidents. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category, fell by 10% month-on-month, aligning with the broader 33.1% drop in overall crime rates. Braunton's violent crime rate of 1.1 per 1,000 remains 57% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's character as a rural built-up area with lower population density and fewer urban risk factors.

Braunton's crime rate in December 2025 dropped by 33.1% from 2.9 per 1,000 in November to 1.9 per 1,000, marking a continued decline in reported incidents. This translates to roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the local impact of crime on daily life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 517 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the area's population. With 8,265 residents, this monthly exposure rate underscores the rarity of crime in Braunton, particularly when contrasted with the UK average. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that violent crimes, which constitute 56.3% of all incidents, remain significantly below the UK average for this category. This suggests that while localised issues persist, the overall safety profile of Braunton remains distinct from national trends.