Plymouth Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Plymouth during August 2024, 10.2 crimes were reported, placing the local authority 24.4% above the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This rate translates to a resident facing a 1-in-98 chance of experiencing a crime over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.1%) and criminal damage and arson (8.7%). These figures reflect a pattern consistent with Plymouth’s coastal character, where summer tourism and seasonal transitions may influence crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, in particular, were 49% higher than the UK average, a disparity that may be linked to the area’s nightlife and public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting was 15% below the UK average, indicating effective retail security measures in the city centre. August, as a peak holiday month, likely contributed to increased foot traffic and associated risks, though the stability in overall crime rates from July (10.1 per 1,000) suggests no sharp escalation. The breakdown illustrates how local factors—such as the density of commercial areas and seasonal tourism—interact with broader crime trends to shape the monthly profile.

August 2024 saw a 50.0% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 8 to 12 incidents, a spike that may correlate with summer cycling activity and the city’s coastal geography. Possession of weapons also rose by 26.2%, from 42 to 53 cases, a figure 186% above the UK average. This could reflect heightened police focus or seasonal factors. Conversely, robbery fell by 25.0% (12 to 9), and drugs-related crime dropped by 22.6% (106 to 82), linked to targeted enforcement efforts or shifts in illicit activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 4.0 per 1,000 residents, remained 49% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent challenge in managing public safety in areas with high pedestrian activity. Vehicle crime was 33% below the UK average, due to improved security measures in car parks or reduced theft opportunities during the summer. These shifts underscore the complexity of crime trends, where seasonal and local factors can drive divergent outcomes across categories.

Plymouth’s crime rate in August 2024 (10.2 per 1,000) showed minimal change from July (10.1 per 1,000), indicating a stable monthly trend despite seasonal fluctuations. This equates to roughly 89 crimes reported per day, a figure that contextualises the daily risk faced by residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 98 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while higher than the UK average, remains a useful benchmark for understanding local risk. With a population of 272,067, Plymouth’s crime profile reflects both its urban density and coastal characteristics. The stability in overall rates contrasts with the sharp disparities in specific categories—such as violence and sexual offences, which are 49% above the UK average. These figures highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as the city’s nightlife zones. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting suggest that certain crime prevention strategies are effective, offering a nuanced picture of safety that balances both challenges and successes.