Ilfracombe Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ilfracombe, 4.8 crimes were reported in June 2023 — a rate 43.5% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one crime for every 210 residents over the course of the month, a figure that may feel more tangible when considering the area’s character as a coastal town with a mix of tourist attractions and residential communities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all incidents (20 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (31.9%, 15 cases). These figures suggest a landscape where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are more prevalent than property crime, which collectively made up only 15.7% of the total (7 cases). Seasonal factors may partly explain this pattern: as June marks the start of the summer tourist season, the influx of visitors could contribute to heightened social tensions in public spaces. However, the low property crime rate — particularly for vehicle crime (79% below the UK average) and burglary (85% below) — may reflect the area’s relatively small population, limited commercial density, and strong community presence, which could act as natural deterrents. While violent crime remains a concern, the overall rate remains well below national levels, indicating that the risk of encountering crime in Ilfracombe is significantly lower than in many other parts of the UK.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to the previous month. Criminal damage and arson surged by 200%, rising from one incident to three, likely linked to increased summer activity and potential vandalism in public spaces. Public order offences also doubled, from zero to two cases, possibly reflecting the start of the tourist season and associated disruptions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 50%, from 30 to 15 cases, which may indicate a seasonal reduction in alcohol-related incidents or improved policing efforts. Other theft fell by 66.7%, from three to one case, suggesting a temporary decline in petty crime. Violence and sexual offences remain 32% below the UK average (2.0 per 1,000 vs the national 2.9 per 1,000), but theft from the person is 43% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may be tied to the town’s appeal to tourists, who are more likely to carry valuables in public. These variations highlight the combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and policing priorities in shaping crime trends.

Ilfracombe’s crime rate in June 2023 (4.8 per 1,000) was 4.0% lower than the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable decline. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 2 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while not insignificant, is lower than the UK average when scaled to the town’s population of 9,873 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents, a statistic that may help residents contextualise their personal risk. When compared to the UK average, Ilfracombe’s rate is 43.5% below, a gap that persists across most crime categories. For instance, criminal damage and arson are 53% below the national average, and vehicle crime is 79% below, which may be attributed to the town’s smaller scale and lower commercial density. However, theft from the person is 43% above the UK average, a stark contrast that underscores the unique challenges of managing tourist-related crime in a coastal area. These comparisons illustrate how Ilfracombe’s crime profile, shaped by its geography and population size, diverges from the national picture, offering both reassurance and areas for targeted attention.