Ivybridge Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Ivybridge's per-capita crime risk in January 2026 remained lower than the UK average, with a rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents—30.9% below the national figure of 6.8. This translates to a manageable daily risk for most residents, with just 2 crimes reported per day across the built-up area. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (42.9% of total incidents) and shoplifting (21.4%), though both categories showed distinct UK comparisons. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000, were 20% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community policing or demographic characteristics may contribute to this trend. Shoplifting, however, was 75% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, likely linked to the area's retail presence and seasonal patterns. The post-holiday period in January, with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, may have created conditions where shoplifting became more frequent. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.3 per 1,000, was 68% below the UK average, indicating a relatively low level of persistent disorder. These patterns, while consistent with Ivybridge's built-up area character, highlight the importance of understanding how local context shapes crime risk differently from the national average. The seasonal context of January—transitioning from holiday periods to quieter winter months—may have influenced the mix of crime types, with property crimes (21 incidents) and violent crimes (24 incidents) showing a near-even split, unlike the UK's typically higher property crime rates.

January 2026 saw a 140% increase in shoplifting, with 12 incidents reported—more than double the 5 in December. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, may partly explain the 43.6% monthly rate increase. Public order offences also rose sharply, with a 150% jump from 2 to 5 incidents. This category, which includes disturbances and anti-social behaviour, saw a dramatic shift despite a 62.5% decrease in anti-social behaviour itself. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes rose from 0 to 1, a 100% increase that aligns with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences remained the largest category at 24 incidents, but they were 20% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local patterns, with post-holiday retail activity likely contributing to the shoplifting spike.

Ivybridge's crime rate in January 2026 rose 43.6% from the previous month, moving from 3.3 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This upward shift, though still well below the UK average of 6.8, reflects a notable increase in specific categories. Locally, the monthly exposure figure shows that over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 212 residents. This translates to a manageable level of risk for most residents, though the 2 crimes reported per day highlight the need for continued vigilance. Population context further clarifies that Ivybridge's relatively small size—just over 11,800 residents—means even modest increases in crime can appear significant when scaled to individual risk. The daily crime count, while low, underscores that most residents will not encounter crime in their daily lives, though targeted areas may see higher concentrations. This contrast between aggregate statistics and individual experience is key to understanding the local crime picture.