Marldon, a built-up area in South Hams, demonstrates a significantly lower crime rate than the national average. The crime rate in Marldon currently stands at 42.1 incidents per 1,000 residents. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, which is 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people. Essentially, Marldon experiences considerably less crime than most areas in the United Kingdom.
To put this into perspective, neighbouring areas exhibit varying crime rates. Collaton St Mary reports an exceptionally low crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents, while Paignton has a crime rate of 91.1 per 1,000. Ipplepen’s crime rate is 30.2 per 1,000, and Kingskerswell’s is 45.4 per 1,000. This demonstrates that while Marldon’s rate is comparatively low, it is not entirely unique in its safety.
Beyond the raw crime rate figures, Marldon also benefits from a high safety score of 90 out of 100. The UK average safety score is 79, highlighting Marldon’s superior performance in terms of perceived safety and security among its residents. A higher safety score suggests that people living in Marldon generally feel safe and secure in their community.
It's important to note that crime rates are complex and influenced by numerous factors, including population density, socioeconomic conditions, and policing strategies. However, the data clearly indicates that Marldon is a safer place to live than many other locations within the UK. The combination of a low crime rate and a high safety score paints a reassuring picture of community safety in Marldon.