Ivybridge Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Ivybridge’s October 2023 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents places it 78.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to criminal activity. The most prevalent crime category was shoplifting, which accounted for 25% of all reported incidents and occurred at a rate of 0.4 per 1,000—31% below the UK average. This may be partly explained by the area’s built-up nature within South Hams, where retail presence could contribute to targeted theft, though the overall low volume suggests effective local deterrents. Violence and sexual offences, though fewer in number (4 incidents), were 89% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s smaller population and lower levels of public congregation. Seasonal factors such as the end of the summer holiday period and darker evenings in October likely influenced crime patterns, though the absence of major spikes in violent crime contrasts with typical seasonal trends in other regions. The breakdown also highlights criminal damage and arson at 0.3 per 1,000—52% below the UK average—suggesting that property-related crimes are not a dominant concern here. Overall, the data illustrates a community with significantly lower crime rates than the national average, though the small population size means that even minor changes in reported incidents can have a pronounced effect on the statistics.

October 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing a 100% increase compared to September: possession of weapons, vehicle crime, and burglary. These jumps, though starting from zero in September, indicate emerging concerns that warrant attention. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both decreased sharply—by 70% and 57.1% respectively—suggesting a possible reduction in public disorder incidents. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences, while only accounting for 20% of total crimes, were 89% below the UK average. This stark deviation from national trends may reflect the area’s demographic or geographic characteristics, such as lower population density or fewer nightlife venues. For residents, the 89% reduction in violent crime compared to the UK average offers a tangible assurance of relative safety, though the rise in possession of weapons signals a need for continued monitoring of local tensions.

Ivybridge's October 2023 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 31.1% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.4 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a low-level but consistent presence of reported incidents. When considering monthly exposure, one crime occurred for every 594 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of activity relative to the local population. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which stands at 8.0 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Ivybridge’s residents face a far lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average. However, the relatively small population of 11,882 means that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can have a noticeable impact on the overall rate. The daily crime count, while low, underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance, particularly during periods of transition such as the end of the summer season and the onset of darker evenings.