Bovey Tracey Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bovey Tracey's crime rate in July 2023 remained exceptionally low, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents—78.3% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area's unique profile as a smaller built-up area within Teignbridge, where crime dynamics may differ from larger urban centres. The most common crime types in July were violence and sexual offences (5 incidents, 50% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 40% of total). These figures align with the seasonal context of July, a peak month for tourism and outdoor events in the region. The lower-than-average rates for both violence and anti-social behaviour suggest that factors such as the area's population size, community cohesion, or local policing strategies may contribute to its safety. The crime mix in Bovey Tracey is skewed towards violent offences, which may be influenced by the area's character as a smaller, rural-adjacent community. Despite the 25% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to June, the overall crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, reflecting a consistent pattern of low crime levels. The absence of property crimes—only 1 incident reported in the month—further highlights the distinct nature of crime in this area, which contrasts with the UK's higher prevalence of theft and burglary. Seasonal factors such as the summer holidays and increased tourism may have influenced the type and frequency of crimes, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. This data illustrates a community where crime is infrequent, with violent incidents and anti-social behaviour forming the bulk of reports, but where the overall safety profile is markedly better than the national average.

July 2023 saw a notable 25% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 4 to 5 incidents. This uptick, however, occurred against a backdrop of overall crime levels that remain 78.3% below the UK average. The breakdown of crimes reveals a marked contrast between Bovey Tracey and the UK: violence and sexual offences in the area are 68% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 51% below the national figure. These discrepancies suggest that the built-up area's unique characteristics—possibly its smaller size, lower population density, or seasonal dynamics—contribute to its distinct crime profile. For residents, the most immediate insight is the low probability of encountering crime: with 1 incident reported for every 572 residents over the month, the area's safety remains a standout feature compared to the UK average.

Bovey Tracey's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 28.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This decline underscores a sustained trend of lower crime levels in the area, even as seasonal factors like peak tourism and summer festivals typically influence local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while local to Bovey Tracey, highlights the low frequency of incidents in a small built-up area. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the monthly exposure to crime in July was 1 reported crime for every 572 residents. This statistic, while illustrative of the area's overall safety, must be contextualised within Bovey Tracey's population of 5,716, which is significantly smaller than the UK average for similar areas. The low rate of violent and property crimes, combined with the absence of large-scale urban dynamics, suggests that the built-up area's character as a smaller, possibly rural-adjacent community contributes to its distinct crime profile.