Kingsbridge Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile for Kingsbridge in February 2025 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property offences that reflects the area's unique character as a built-up area within South Hams. With a crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents—11.9% below the UK average—Kingsbridge demonstrates a relatively safer environment compared to the national benchmark. The distribution of crime types highlights a balance between violent and property-related incidents, though the proportion of each category diverges from the UK average in notable ways. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 27% of all crimes, remain significantly lower than the UK average (32% below), suggesting a possible link to the area's low population density and limited nightlife activity typical of smaller towns. In contrast, criminal damage and arson—comprising 18.9% of reported crimes—surpasses the UK average by 129%, a stark outlier that may indicate issues related to vandalism or property maintenance challenges in the area. Anti-social behaviour (16.2%) and public order offences (10.8%) also exceed UK averages, which could be attributed to the community's social dynamics during the winter season, when outdoor activity is reduced and indoor gatherings increase. This pattern aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by lower outdoor engagement and a pre-spring lull, which may contribute to a different distribution of incidents compared to busier periods. The presence of shoplifting (10.8%) at a level 3% below the UK average suggests some level of retail security effectiveness, though the sharp rise in shoplifting from 1 to 4 incidents (a 300% increase) indicates a potential vulnerability during this period. This mix of crime types underscores the combination of local factors, seasonal trends, and broader national patterns, offering a nuanced picture of Kingsbridge's security landscape.

February 2025 saw a significant drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 47.4% from 19 to 10 incidents—a decrease that may reflect seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. This decline contrasts sharply with the 300% increase in shoplifting, which rose from 1 to 4 incidents, suggesting a shift in criminal activity towards retail-focused offences. The rise in shoplifting could be attributed to the pre-spring lull, when fewer tourists are present but local residents may still engage in opportunistic theft. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson incidents surged to 7 cases, 129% above the UK average, highlighting an unusual spike in property-related offences that warrants further analysis. This category's sharp increase may indicate a specific issue, such as increased vandalism during colder months or challenges in maintaining public spaces. Public order offences also doubled from 2 to 4, aligning with the UK average's 36% above figure, which could be linked to the area's social dynamics during winter. The category of drugs offences rose by 100% (from 0 to 1), a rare occurrence that may signal emerging trends or isolated incidents. These changes illustrate a dynamic shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences gaining prominence while violent crimes receded, a pattern that could be influenced by both local factors and broader seasonal trends.

Kingsbridge's crime rate in February 2025 (5.9 per 1,000) represents a 5.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. When scaled to the population of 6,298 residents, this equates to one reported crime for every 170 residents over the course of the month—a measure that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which typically sees higher crime rates in densely populated urban areas. The population-scaled perspective is particularly useful for residents, as it allows them to understand their personal risk in relation to the broader population. For example, a resident in Kingsbridge is statistically less likely to experience a crime than someone in a larger city, though the specific nature of crimes—such as the high incidence of criminal damage—may still present unique concerns. The comparison to the previous month's data also highlights a potential stabilisation in crime trends, with the reduction in violence and sexual offences balancing the increases in property-related offences. This nuanced picture suggests that while the overall crime environment is improving, certain categories remain areas of focus for local authorities and community members alike.