Fremington Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Fremington’s crime picture in December 2024, accounting for 76.9% of all reported incidents. This stark concentration of violent crime contrasts with the UK average, where such offences make up 26% of the total. The overall crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents in Fremington was 64.8% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment for residents. The area’s low property crime rate—other theft accounted for only 15.4% of total crimes, 26% below the UK average—further reinforces this comparative safety. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the 23.7% monthly decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.3 per 1,000, with the festive period’s reduced foot traffic and extended daylight hours potentially dampening opportunities for crime. However, the dominance of violent crime raises questions about local dynamics, such as the impact of seasonal social gatherings or the availability of support services for vulnerable groups. Fremington’s built-up area status within North Devon, characterized by its relatively low population density and limited commercial activity, may explain its overall low crime rate but also necessitates targeted strategies to address the overrepresentation of violent offences. The sharp contrast between Fremington’s crime profile and the UK average highlights the importance of localized policing and community initiatives tailored to the area’s specific needs. While the 13 total crimes recorded in December 2024 represent a manageable burden for the community, the concentration of violent crime underscores the need for continued monitoring and intervention to ensure sustained safety.

December 2024 saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' compared to the previous month, with one incident reported—though this remains a small number in an area with low overall crime. The balance of crime types shifted sharply towards violent offences, which made up 76.9% of all incidents, compared to 26% of the UK average. This divergence underscores Fremington’s unique profile, where violent crimes dominate despite the area’s low overall rate. Other theft, at 15.4% of total crimes, also fell 26% below the UK average, reinforcing the area’s comparative safety in property-related offences. These figures suggest that local factors—such as community dynamics or policing strategies—may play a role in shaping crime patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections. A resident would find the 13 total crimes recorded in a community of 5,235 particularly reassuring, as it translates to a very low probability of encountering crime in daily life. The sharp contrast in violent crime prevalence compared to the UK average highlights the need for targeted local initiatives to address underlying causes, such as access to support services or community engagement programmes.

Fremington’s crime rate in December 2024 stood at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, a 23.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas of North Devon, where reduced foot traffic and extended daylight hours during the festive period typically correlate with lower crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0.42 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the minimal disruption to daily life for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 403 residents—a metric that places Fremington in stark contrast to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. When scaled to the local population of 5,235, the 13 total crimes recorded represent a manageable burden for the community. This monthly exposure metric further illustrates that the likelihood of encountering crime in Fremington remains lower than in many other parts of the country, particularly when considering the seasonal context of holiday closures and reduced social activity. The area’s geographic positioning as a relatively isolated built-up area within North Devon may contribute to this trend, with fewer commercial hubs and lower population density compared to urban centres, potentially limiting opportunities for crime.