Braunton Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Braunton’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, 47.4% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This figure reflects a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 29.4% of total incidents (10 cases) and anti-social behaviour making up 20.6% (7 cases). The data aligns with Braunton’s character as a built-up area within North Devon, where lower population density and rural surroundings may contribute to the relatively low overall crime rate compared to urban centres. Seasonal factors in March—such as the transition to spring and extended evening hours—likely influenced patterns, though the exact impact remains hedged due to limited data on local events. Violence and sexual offences, while the most common category, remained 56% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s likely focus on community cohesion and limited nightlife compared to larger towns. Anti-social behaviour, though rising sharply in March, still fell 28% below the UK average, suggesting that while local pressures may have increased, broader structural factors continue to temper crime levels. The low rates of burglary (2.9% of total crimes) and shoplifting (2.9%) further support the notion that Braunton’s rural context and smaller population reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. This profile illustrates a community where crime is infrequent but not absent, with seasonal and geographic factors playing a key role in shaping the monthly statistics.

March 2025 marked a dramatic shift in Braunton’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents) and drug-related crimes doubling (from 1 to 3). Theft from the person also rose sharply, with one reported incident—up from zero the previous month. These increases contrast with the continued below-average rates for several categories, including violence and sexual offences (29.4% of total crimes, 56% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (20.6% of total crimes, 28% below UK average). The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the transition into spring, with longer evenings and changing social patterns potentially influencing local interactions. Residents may find the 250% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a need for community vigilance or local engagement during this seasonal shift.

Braunton's crime rate in March 2025 rose sharply to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 99.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000. This surge, though significant, remains 47.4% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the month-on-month spike. Over the course of March, one crime occurred for roughly every 243 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Braunton among the safer communities in the UK. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with the increase, the likelihood of any individual being directly affected remains minimal compared to national averages. This contrast may reflect Braunton’s status as a built-up area within North Devon, where lower population density and rural surroundings could contribute to reduced crime opportunities compared to more densely populated regions.