South Molton Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2025, South Molton recorded 31 crimes across its population of 6,136 residents, translating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 individuals. This figure places the area 34.6% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, highlighting a relative safety compared to the national context. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.3% of total), followed closely by anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson, each accounting for 19.4% of reported incidents. These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up part of North Devon, where localised issues such as anti-social behaviour and property damage may persist despite broader safety trends. Seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and lengthening evenings, may have influenced the rise in certain crimes. The low overall rate contrasts with the 75% increase in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average, suggesting that while the area is generally safe, specific challenges remain. This data reinforces the importance of community-focused policing and targeted interventions to address the unique dynamics of South Molton.

March 2025 saw notable spikes in vehicle crime, shoplifting, and 'other crime', each increasing by 100% from February, reflecting a shift in criminal activity that may align with seasonal changes. Meanwhile, possession of weapons fell by 50%, a decline that could suggest reduced access to or use of such items in the area. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common category (32.3% of all crimes), were 41% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 75% increase in criminal damage and arson, which outpaced the national rate by a wide margin. This divergence underscores the combination of local factors, with anti-social behaviour (19.4% of crimes) also remaining 20% below the UK average. For residents, the 100% increase in shoplifting may signal heightened awareness needed in retail areas, particularly as spring activities begin to ramp up.

South Molton's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 34.7% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.8 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, suggests a shift in local patterns that may warrant closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that translates to a local context where each resident has a 1-in-198 chance of being directly involved in a crime over the course of the month. Given South Molton’s population of 6,136, this equates to a low but noticeable frequency compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that, despite the rise, the area remains significantly safer than the national average, with crime levels remaining well below the 7.8 per 1,000 UK benchmark. This contrast highlights the unique character of South Molton as a smaller, possibly more tightly knit community where crime is less prevalent.