Plymouth Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Plymouth's crime rate in June 2023 remained lower than the UK average, standing at 5.5 per 1,000 residents—35.3% below the national figure of 8.5 per 1,000. This consistent performance highlights the city's generally safer environment compared to other parts of the UK, though specific patterns suggest areas for targeted attention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of crimes, representing 37.2% of the total, followed by anti-social behaviour (31.2%) and criminal damage and arson (7.4%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences were 28% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour was 15% above. The seasonal context of June—a time when tourism begins and daylight hours increase—may contribute to some of these trends. For instance, the lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime could reflect reduced retail activity and fewer vehicles on the road during the early summer months. However, the rise in robbery and bicycle theft may indicate vulnerabilities in specific micro-areas, such as transport hubs or recreational spaces. The city's coastal geography and diverse community profile likely play a role in shaping these dynamics, with tourism and localised economic factors influencing crime patterns. While the overall rate remains low, the interplay between seasonal activity and crime types underscores the need for continued analysis to ensure sustained improvements.

June 2023 saw a notable 16.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences, falling from 671 to 560 incidents. This decline aligns with the start of summer, when increased outdoor activity and tourism may partly explain the reduced prevalence of such crimes. Conversely, robbery incidents surged by 100%, rising from 5 to 10 cases, while bicycle theft increased by 66.7%, reflecting a sharp rise from 6 to 10 incidents. These increases may signal heightened vulnerability in specific areas, such as parks or cycling routes, though further analysis is required to confirm patterns. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, contributing 31.2% of all crimes, though it was 15% above the UK average. Meanwhile, property crimes overall remained well below the UK rate, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both showing substantial declines of 63% and 57% respectively, likely linked to seasonal shifts in retail activity and reduced foot traffic in certain areas.

Plymouth's crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly to 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 2.4% increase from the previous month's 5.4 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 50 crimes reported each day across the city, reflecting a consistent level of activity despite seasonal shifts. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 181 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Plymouth's population of 272,067. While the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the slight upward trend suggests a need for ongoing monitoring. The daily crime count provides a tangible sense of the scale of activity, though it does not account for variations in population density or community-specific risk factors. Residents may find the 1-in-181 ratio useful for understanding the relative likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives, though this is a broad aggregate and does not reflect localised patterns.