Ivybridge Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 11,882, Ivybridge recorded 52 crimes in February 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 34.3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, highlighting a relatively safer environment compared to national trends. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (36.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.1%) and criminal damage and arson (17.3%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may reduce opportunities for certain crimes while increasing indoor-related incidents. The significant share of violence and sexual offences could reflect the area’s character as a built-up community within South Hams, where social interactions in public spaces might contribute to such incidents. However, the sharp contrast with the UK average suggests local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may be playing a role in maintaining lower crime levels. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average for this category, remains a notable concern, linked to the built-up nature of the area and the concentration of residents in limited spaces. Meanwhile, the high rate of criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average may indicate specific vulnerabilities, such as older infrastructure or targeted vandalism in public areas. These patterns underscore the need for tailored approaches to address local challenges while leveraging the area’s strengths in maintaining safety.

February 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with burglary surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and public order offences doubling (from 2 to 4). This spike in burglary may reflect seasonal shifts, as winter months often see increased indoor activity and potential vulnerabilities in property security. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 75% (from 4 to 1), and other theft dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), possibly due to reduced foot traffic during the winter lull. These changes highlight a shifting crime mix, with property-related offences rising while theft from individuals fell. Violence and sexual offences remain the largest category, at 36.5% of total crimes, and are 32% below the UK average for this category (2.4 per 1,000). However, criminal damage and arson—accounting for 17.3% of crimes—exceed the UK average by 67%, indicating a localised challenge that may require targeted interventions. Anti-social behaviour, while 3% above the UK average (1.0 per 1,000), remains a relatively minor component compared to other categories. Residents might find the sharp decline in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests that reduced retail activity during February could have curtailed opportunities for such crimes.

The crime rate in Ivybridge rose by 10.6% from 4.0 per 1,000 in January 2025 to 4.4 per 1,000 in February, reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in the area, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance. Over the course of February, 1 reported crime occurred for every 229 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which would be higher given Ivybridge’s overall crime rate. Scaling this to the population of 11,882, the 52 total crimes represent a relatively small proportion of the community, suggesting that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime. However, the 10.6% increase from the previous month indicates a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as the transition into spring or changes in community activity. While the daily crime count is manageable, the concentration of crimes in specific categories—particularly violence and property-related offences—highlights areas for targeted action. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that even small increases in crime can have measurable impacts on residents’ perceptions of safety, emphasizing the importance of maintaining current levels of community engagement and policing efforts.