Ilfracombe Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ilfracombe, 11 crimes were reported in June 2024 — a rate 35.4% higher than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 90 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which made up 37.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (28.2%) and shoplifting (10.9%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of June, when tourism begins to rise in North Devon's coastal areas. The higher-than-average rate for violence and sexual offences may partly reflect increased foot traffic in public spaces during the summer months, though local factors such as the town's social mix and economic profile also likely play a role. Anti-social behaviour, which is 121% above the UK average, could be influenced by the concentration of residents in a compact built-up area with limited public amenities. Shoplifting rates, 94% above the UK average, may be linked to the retail presence in Ilfracombe's town centre, which sees a surge in visitors during the summer season. While the overall crime rate remains elevated, the breakdown shows a distinct focus on property-related crimes and public order issues, suggesting targeted interventions could have a measurable impact on reducing specific categories of incidents.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to May, with robbery increasing by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident) and other theft rising by 60% (from 5 to 8 incidents). These increases may reflect heightened activity in retail areas as summer tourism began. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 75% (from 4 to 1 incident), due to seasonal factors such as increased police patrols or changes in property occupancy during the summer months. The drop in drugs-related offences (71.4% decrease) could indicate reduced illicit activity in public spaces during warmer weather, though this may also be influenced by broader enforcement efforts. Violent crime remains high, with violence and sexual offences at 4.2 per 1,000 residents — 52% above the UK average. This suggests a specific challenge for local authorities, as the town's built-up area may have limited capacity to manage incidents involving alcohol or drug use in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, which is 121% above the UK average, highlights the need for community engagement strategies to address persistent low-level disorder. For residents, the most immediate concern is the sharp rise in robbery, which, while small in absolute terms, represents a 100% increase from the previous month and could signal a new trend worth monitoring.

Ilfracombe's crime rate in June 2024 (11.1 per 1,000) was 11.3% lower than the previous month's rate of 12.6 per 1,000, reflecting a modest but measurable decline. This reduction is particularly evident in property crimes, with burglary falling by 75% and drugs-related offences dropping by 71.4% — both likely influenced by seasonal factors such as increased police visibility during summer or changes in resident and tourist behaviour. On a daily basis, the town recorded an average of 4 crimes per day in June, a figure that may seem high to local residents but is contextually significant when considering the area's compact built-up nature. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 90 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible sense of the risk faced by individuals living in Ilfracombe. While this rate is 35.4% above the UK average, the local population of 9,873 means that the absolute number of incidents (110) is relatively small compared to larger urban areas. The comparison also reveals stark contrasts in crime type distribution, with anti-social behaviour and violence occurring at rates far exceeding national averages, while public order offences are 51% below the UK average. This divergence suggests that Ilfracombe's unique social and geographical characteristics — such as its coastal location and smaller community size — play a significant role in shaping its crime profile.