South Hams Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw an unexpected spike in robbery and theft from the person, doubling from zero to two incidents compared to March. This anomaly stands out against a broader trend of South Hams maintaining a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000, 48.1% below the UK average of 7.7. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (147 cases, 40.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (55 cases) and criminal damage and arson (46 cases). These figures contrast sharply with UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 39% higher and anti-social behaviour is 55% higher. The seasonal context of April—Easter celebrations and spring weather—may partly explain increased outdoor activity, though the sudden rise in robbery remains unexplained. The low property crime rate (119 cases) compared to violent crime suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by South Hams’ character as a mixed rural-urban area with limited retail density. While the overall rate remains significantly below national levels, the doubling of two specific crimes warrants attention. The breakdown shows a combination of seasonal factors and localized patterns, with no clear indicators of systemic change. Residents may notice a shift in perceived safety, particularly around high-traffic areas during Easter events.

April 2025 marked a stark increase in robbery, with one incident reported—double the previous month’s total. Theft from the person also surged, rising from zero to two cases. These jumps stand in contrast to declines in other categories, such as a 57.1% drop in 'other crime' (from 14 to 6 cases) and a 42.9% decrease in possession of weapons (from 7 to 4 cases). The violent crime category, at 147 incidents, remains the largest single category, but its rate of 1.6 per 1,000 is 39% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (55 cases) and criminal damage (46 cases) also fall well below UK levels, with anti-social behaviour at 55% below the national average. The month-on-month rise in robbery and theft from the person may reflect increased foot traffic during Easter, though the absence of prior incidents complicates analysis. Residents should be aware of these spikes, particularly in areas with transient populations or during events. The overall violent crime rate remains low, but the sudden increase in specific offences suggests a need for localized monitoring.

South Hams’ crime rate in April 2025 was 12.2% higher than March’s 3.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 252 residents—a figure significantly lower than the UK average, though not directly comparable due to missing national data. Daily crime counts averaged 12 incidents, with no indication of a spike in daily frequency compared to previous months. The population-scaled perspective reveals that South Hams’ crime profile is markedly safer than the UK average, with violent crimes at 1.6 per 1,000 (39% below UK) and anti-social behaviour at 0.6 per 1,000 (55% below UK). This suggests a combination of local factors—such as community policing efforts, lower population density, or limited commercial activity—contributing to the area’s lower rates. The 12.2% monthly increase, while notable, remains within the context of South Hams’ historically low crime levels. For residents, this means a 1-in-252 chance of experiencing a crime over the month, compared to the UK’s higher exposure rates. The comparison highlights both the area’s relative safety and the need to monitor emerging trends like the rise in robbery.