Ivybridge Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ivybridge, 4.3 crimes were reported in January 2024 — significantly below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This equates to one reported crime for roughly every 233 residents over the course of the month, translating to a daily risk of approximately 2 crimes per day in this built-up area within South Hams. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 54.9% of the total (28 incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (13.7%) and anti-social behaviour (5.9%). This pattern is consistent with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall, which may likely contribute to fewer outdoor crimes but could also create conditions where interpersonal conflicts escalate. Violence and sexual offences in Ivybridge were 8% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 70% below, suggesting a generally lower incidence of public disorder compared to national trends. However, possession of weapons was 329% above the UK average, highlighting a specific concern in this area that may warrant further attention. The low overall crime rate, combined with the prominence of violent crime, illustrates a community where personal safety is a priority, but targeted interventions may be needed to address the disparity in weapon-related offences.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to December 2023. Criminal damage and arson surged by 133.3%, rising from 3 to 7 incidents, while possession of weapons increased by 100% (from 0 to 3) and vehicle crime doubled (from 0 to 1). These spikes may reflect seasonal dynamics, such as increased vandalism during colder weather or isolated incidents linked to the post-holiday period. Conversely, public order offences fell by 60% (from 5 to 2), drugs offences dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), and anti-social behaviour decreased by 40% (from 5 to 3), suggesting a temporary reduction in community-level disruptions. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture: while violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, they were 8% below the UK average (2.4 vs 2.6 per 1,000). In contrast, possession of weapons was 329% above the UK average (0.3 vs 0.1 per 1,000), indicating a specific local concern that may require targeted policing or community engagement. This contrast underscores the importance of granular analysis — a low overall crime rate does not necessarily mean all categories are proportionate to national trends.

Ivybridge's crime rate in January 2024 (4.3 per 1,000) marked a 7.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day in this built-up area, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregate statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents, a ratio that contextualises the risk in terms of population scale. Compared to the UK average, Ivybridge's overall crime rate was 41.9% lower, with several categories showing marked differences. For instance, anti-social behaviour was 70% below the UK average, which may be attributable to the area's smaller population and stronger community cohesion. However, the 329% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average highlights a localised anomaly that could signal unaddressed issues, such as illicit firearms circulation or specific incidents. This contrast between national and local trends illustrates how crime profiles can diverge significantly even within a relatively low-crime region, underscoring the need for area-specific insights rather than broad generalisations.