Ilfracombe Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Ilfracombe's crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 28.6% of all reported crimes. This category alone was 55% above the UK average, with 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 21.1% of total incidents and showing an 186% deviation from the UK average. The area's overall crime rate of 13.5 per 1,000 residents placed it 90.1% above the UK's 7.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast that may be influenced by local demographics and geography. As a coastal town with a built-up area, Ilfracombe's crime profile reflects a mix of urban and tourist-related challenges. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday period, shorter days, and reduced retail activity—likely contributed to patterns such as the 11.1% decline in shoplifting. However, the sharp rise in 'other crime' and 'other theft' suggests emerging trends that warrant further analysis. The town's proximity to North Devon's rural areas may also influence crime dynamics, with potential links between local industries and property-related offences. While direct causation, the interplay of seasonal factors and local characteristics may help explain the current crime picture.

January 2025 saw a 700.0% surge in 'other crime' reports, rising from one to eight incidents, a stark increase that may signal shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Concurrently, 'other theft' rose by 300.0%, jumping from two to eight cases, indicating potential vulnerabilities in personal property security. These spikes contrast with an 11.1% decrease in shoplifting, which fell from 18 to 16 incidents, possibly linked to reduced retail footfall during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 28.6% of all reported crimes, and were 55% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also showed a marked deviation, with an 186% increase compared to the UK average. These figures highlight the need for targeted community engagement and policing strategies in the area.

Ilfracombe's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 13.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 40.0% increase from the previous month's 9.6 per 1,000. This shift places the area significantly above the UK average, which stood at 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded approximately four crimes each day in January, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of local crime patterns. When considering the monthly exposure, over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 74 residents, a statistic that may help residents contextualise their personal risk. With a population of 9,873, the area's crime rate reflects a combination of local factors and broader regional trends. The increase from December to January suggests seasonal fluctuations may play a role, though the exact drivers remain to be fully understood.