South Hams Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in South Hams, 3.7 crimes were recorded in February 2025—a rate 44.8% below the UK average of 6.7. This per-capita perspective translates to a daily risk of one in 268 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The district’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local characteristics and seasonal rhythms, with February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely contributing to the relatively subdued levels of crime. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.8% of all incidents, but at a rate of 1.3 per 1,000, this is 45% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.0%, with 55 incidents reported, though this category also showed a 38% deficit compared to national levels. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes, such as shoplifting (68% below UK levels) and vehicle crime (73% below), may reflect the rural nature of the district, where commercial hubs and high-traffic areas are fewer. Seasonal factors further influence these patterns, as February’s cold weather and reduced foot traffic in public spaces likely suppress opportunities for theft and disorder. The balance between violent and property crimes remains skewed toward the former, but the overall safety of the area is evident when compared to the UK average. This stability suggests that local measures—whether through policing, community engagement, or environmental design—are effectively mitigating risk, even as the district navigates the transition between winter and spring.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 34.1% to 55 incidents. This rise may be linked to the pre-spring lull, as seasonal transitions often influence community interactions and public spaces. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, reflecting a possible reduction in incidents related to local enforcement efforts or community awareness. Vehicle crime also rose by 22.2%, suggesting a need for targeted measures in areas with higher vehicle concentrations. The rate of violence and sexual offences remained 45% below the UK average, with 123 incidents reported—a figure that underscores the district’s comparatively lower risk of severe crime. The decrease in drug-related offences by 41.2% to 10 cases could indicate the effectiveness of local interventions or shifts in regional patterns. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime in South Hams, where specific categories fluctuate while the overall profile remains stable.

South Hams recorded 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in February 2025, a 1.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.8. This minor shift suggests stability in the area’s crime profile, with no dramatic fluctuations in reported incidents. On a daily basis, 12 crimes were recorded across the district over 28 days, a figure that translates to roughly one incident for every 268 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, contextualising the overall rate in terms of personal likelihood. The district’s population of 92,148 means that even relatively low crime rates have a measurable impact on community safety, but the consistency with February’s historical trends indicates that local factors—such as seasonal patterns and community initiatives—may be maintaining a steady equilibrium. The low rate of violent crimes, 1.3 per 1,000, compared to the UK average of 2.4, further reinforces the area’s relatively safe environment, particularly in relation to more severe offences.