Totnes Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Totnes, a built-up area within South Hams, recorded a crime rate of 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.7% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This translates to a per-capita risk that, while modest, reflects the area’s unique blend of retail activity and seasonal influences. The most common crime type was shoplifting, accounting for 31.9% of all reported incidents—22 cases in total. This figure, 2.4 per 1,000 residents, is 293% higher than the UK average for the category, a disparity likely driven by Totnes’ role as a retail hub and its proximity to educational institutions during the back-to-school period. Violence and sexual offences followed, with 16 incidents (1.8 per 1,000 residents), though this rate was 30% below the UK average. This contrast may be attributed to Totnes’ relatively low population density and the absence of large-scale nightlife venues that often correlate with higher rates of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 9 incidents (1.0 per 1,000), was another significant concern, though it remained 15% below the UK average. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the transition to shorter evenings—likely contributes to the shift in crime patterns, with property-related offences dominating over violent crime. While the overall rate is only marginally above the UK average, the concentration of shoplifting and anti-social behaviour highlights the need for targeted awareness in retail and public spaces. These trends, though not extreme, underscore the importance of understanding local rhythms in crime prevention, particularly as Totnes navigates the challenges of seasonal transitions.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 214.3% increase in shoplifting, with 22 incidents reported—nearly triple the figure from August. This surge, which places shoplifting at 2.4 per 1,000 residents (293% above the UK average), may be linked to the back-to-school season and freshers’ week at nearby educational institutions, driving foot traffic to retail areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 200%, with 9 incidents recorded, reflecting a shift in the crime mix toward public order issues. This contrasts with a 40.7% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 27 to 16 incidents—a reduction that may be partly explained by seasonal changes in nightlife activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime doubled from 1 to 3 incidents, a 200% increase that could be tied to increased commuter activity or changes in parking patterns. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic interplay between local rhythms and crime trends, offering residents a clearer picture of where to focus vigilance.

Totnes' crime rate in September 2025 rose by 15.0% compared to the previous month, reaching 7.6 per 1,000 residents. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, a figure that, while local to Totnes, reflects a consistent rhythm of activity in a community of 9,089 people. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 132 residents, a monthly exposure that contextualises the risk within the area’s population scale. The previous month’s rate of 6.6 per 1,000 highlights the fluctuation in crime patterns, with September’s increase likely influenced by seasonal transitions—nights drawing in and the return of students to educational institutions. This aligns with broader UK trends where seasonal shifts, such as back-to-school periods, often correlate with minor upticks in property-related crimes. However, Totnes’ overall rate remains only marginally above the UK average, suggesting that the area’s crime profile is broadly in line with national benchmarks despite the month-on-month rise.