Kingsbridge Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kingsbridge’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 23.1% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This consistent underperformance relative to national trends reflects a combination of local factors, including the town’s character as a largely rural commuter hub with limited nightlife and commercial density. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (23.7% of total incidents), criminal damage and arson (23.7%), and violence and sexual offences (21.1%). These figures align with the area’s seasonal rhythm, as March marks the transition to spring, with evenings lengthening and clocks changing. The lower-than-UK-average violent crime rate (1.3 per 1,000) may partly explain the reduced overall rate, though anti-social behaviour remains a notable concern. The town’s sparse retail presence and reliance on seasonal tourism likely contribute to the relatively low shoplifting rate (1.0 per 1,000) compared to more commercialised areas. However, the elevated rates of criminal damage and arson (1.4 per 1,000, 146% above UK average) suggest vulnerabilities in community cohesion or property management. These patterns will require ongoing monitoring as the year progresses.

Vehicle crime in Kingsbridge surged by 200% month-on-month, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This spike may be linked to increased motorist activity during the spring transition, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 50%, with 9 incidents reported—23.7% of total crimes. This category’s rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 12% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge that may stem from the town’s low-density housing and limited community policing resources. Shoplifting increased by 50% (from 4 to 6 incidents), though its rate (1.0 per 1,000) remains 47% above the UK average, indicating persistent retail vulnerabilities. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 20% (from 10 to 8), a drop that aligns with the UK-wide trend of reduced violent crime during early spring. This decrease may reflect the closure of winter festivals or reduced alcohol-related incidents as daylight hours increase. The town’s overall crime mix remains heavily skewed toward property-related offences, with 52.6% of incidents falling under property crimes (compared to 21.1% for violent crimes), a balance consistent with its rural commuter profile.

Kingsbridge’s crime rate in March 2025 rose slightly by 2.7% from the previous month’s 5.9 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of March, 38 crimes were reported across 6,298 residents, translating to roughly 1 crime per day. This daily rate is lower than the UK average, though no national daily comparison is available. On a monthly basis, the 38 crimes equate to one reported incident for every 166 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of crime in this rural commuter area. When compared to the previous month, the increase in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggests seasonal fluctuations, possibly tied to the start of spring and increased travel. However, the overall rate’s proximity to the UK average (6.0 vs 7.8) underscores the area’s relative safety, even as specific categories like criminal damage and arson remain high. The 1-in-166 resident monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure for residents, illustrating that most households are unlikely to experience crime during any given month. This statistic, combined with the area’s low population density, reinforces the town’s position as a safer-than-average locale despite its unique challenges.