Ivybridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Ivybridge in June 2023 reveals a distinct balance between anti-social behaviour, violence, and property-related incidents, reflecting the area’s unique social and geographical context. With an overall crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents—74.1% below the UK average—the area demonstrates a marked safety advantage. Anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 38.5% of all reported crimes, stands out as the most prevalent category, likely influenced by the seasonal transition into summer. The longer days and warmer weather may have encouraged more public gatherings, potentially contributing to the rise in such incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 30.8% of the total, remain significantly below the UK average by 76%, a trend consistent with the area’s character as a smaller, more cohesive community. Shoplifting. still lags 44% behind the UK rate, due to the area’s limited retail density compared to larger urban centres. This mix of crime types illustrates a landscape where community-focused issues dominate, with property crimes playing a secondary role. The low overall rate, combined with the specific emphasis on anti-social behaviour, suggests a need for targeted interventions that address social cohesion and public space management. Seasonal factors, such as the start of the summer season, may have amplified certain patterns, though the exact causal links remain speculative. The data underscores Ivybridge’s position as a relatively safe built-up area, with crime patterns shaped by both its physical environment and the rhythms of its local population.

June 2023 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 150% from four incidents in May to ten in June. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in both 'other crime' and 'other theft' categories, points to a notable shift in the types of incidents being reported. The dominance of anti-social behaviour—accounting for nearly 40% of all crimes—suggests a focus on community-based issues, though this category remains 46% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, while still below the UK rate by 76%, contributed 30.8% of the total crime count, reflecting a balance between property and violent crimes. Shoplifting, at 11.5% of the total, remained lower than the UK average by 44%, a trend consistent with the area’s character as a smaller, possibly more closely monitored built-up area. These figures offer a snapshot of local priorities, with anti-social behaviour emerging as a focal point for community engagement.

Ivybridge's crime rate in June 2023 rose to 2.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.6 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one crime occurring for every 457 residents—a statistic that contextualises the safety profile of this built-up area within South Hams. While the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the increase suggests potential seasonal influences, such as the start of summer holidays or extended daylight hours, which may alter community dynamics and crime opportunities. The local population of 11,882 further ensures that individual experiences of crime remain rare, reinforcing the area’s status as a low-crime environment despite the month-on-month shift.