Dartmouth Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dartmouth's November 2025 crime profile reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violent offences comprising 54.2% of all reported incidents, compared to 8.3% for shoplifting and 8.3% for other theft. This dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with national trends, where property crimes often dominate in similar-sized built-up areas. The overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents is 38.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a gap that may be attributed to Dartmouth's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended periods of darkness—likely influences this pattern, as darker evenings and increased foot traffic may contribute to a higher incidence of violent crimes. Conversely, the relatively low rates of property crime, such as burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000), may reflect the town's compact layout and the presence of local businesses that prioritise security measures. However, the rise in public order offences, though modest, signals a need for vigilance during high-traffic events. The data also shows that Dartmouth's anti-social behaviour rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 43% below the UK average, indicating effective community engagement or a lower incidence of transient populations in the area. This unique crime mix suggests that local strategies focusing on violent crime prevention, particularly during peak seasonal events, may be critical to maintaining the current low overall rate.

November 2025 saw a stark shift in Dartmouth's crime profile, with violence and sexual offences surging by 44.4% compared to October, driven by a rise from nine to 13 incidents. This increase aligns with the seasonal context of Bonfire Night and the heightened foot traffic associated with Black Friday shopping, which may have contributed to the spike in violent incidents. Conversely, burglary and criminal damage and arson both declined sharply: burglary fell by 66.7% (from three to one incident), while criminal damage and arson dropped by 75.0% (from four to one). These reductions could reflect the impact of darker evenings, which may deter outdoor criminal activity, or the effectiveness of targeted policing in high-risk areas. Public order offences saw a 100.0% increase, rising from zero to one incident, a change that highlights the need for community-focused strategies to address emerging issues. The crime mix also reveals that Dartmouth's violent crime rate (2.5 per 1,000) is 3% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.6 per 1,000) is 43% below the national figure, illustrating a unique local dynamic that may benefit from further analysis.

Dartmouth's November 2025 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 4.0% decrease from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend toward lower crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 221 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. This rate is further highlighted by the area's population context: with 5,307 residents, the monthly total of 24 crimes translates to a manageable scale of policing and community engagement. The reduction in burglary and criminal damage and arson by 66.7% and 75.0% respectively may indicate the effectiveness of recent local initiatives or seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. However, the rise in violence and sexual offences and public order offences suggests areas for targeted intervention, particularly during high-traffic periods like Black Friday.