Ivybridge Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.6% of all crimes in Ivybridge during October 2024, yet this category remains 33% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. The area's overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents—44.4% below the UK average of 8.1—reflects a consistently lower-than-average profile. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type (20.8% of total), also falls 30% below the UK rate, suggesting a broader pattern of lower levels of disruptive activity. This contrasts with national trends where violent crime often dominates. The seasonal shift into darker evenings and the approach of Halloween may have influenced patterns, though the data shows no dramatic spikes in property crime or theft from the person, which are typically associated with festive periods. Ivybridge's built-up area status within the rural South Hams likely contributes to this profile, with fewer densely populated zones to drive certain crime types. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (58% below UK average) and vehicle crime (57% below UK average) align with the area's smaller retail presence and lower commuter traffic compared to urban centres. These figures suggest a community where crime prevention efforts, combined with the area's character, may be sustaining the lower-than-national rates observed.

Criminal damage and arson saw a 200% increase in October 2024, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, warrants attention. Vehicle crime and 'other crime' both doubled from zero to 2 incidents, marking a significant shift in the crime mix. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 12.5% month-on-month, despite remaining 33% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 8.3%, from 12 to 11 incidents. The category of 'other theft'—which includes non-shoplifting property crimes—remained at 6 incidents (0.5 per 1,000), 11% below the UK average. For residents, the doubling of vehicle crime is a concrete data point to consider, particularly given Ivybridge's proximity to rural roads where such incidents might be more concentrated. The absence of any increase in theft from the person, despite Halloween, contrasts with typical seasonal patterns observed in more tourist-heavy areas.

Ivybridge's crime rate in October 2024 (4.5 per 1,000) rose slightly by 1.8% compared to the previous month's 4.4 per 1,000, indicating a stable trend with minimal fluctuation. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that remains significantly lower than the UK's national average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 224 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of criminal activity in this built-up area. With a population of 11,882, Ivybridge's crime statistics suggest a community where residents are less likely to experience crime compared to the UK average. The comparison to the previous month highlights the steadiness of the local crime picture, with no sharp increases or declines. This stability, coupled with the area's consistently lower rates across multiple categories, reinforces the notion that Ivybridge's crime profile is distinct from the national average. The daily and monthly exposure metrics provide a tangible context for residents, showing that even with the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, the overall impact on the community remains minimal in absolute terms.