Bovey Tracey Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Bovey Tracey’s crime rate in January 2026 was 1.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 72.1% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area’s relatively low crime environment, which may be influenced by its small population and rural character. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 63.6% of all incidents (7 cases), followed by other theft (18.2%, 2 cases) and anti-social behaviour (9.1%, 1 case). The dominance of violent crime in the area’s profile is notable, though the rate for this category (1.2 per 1,000) remains 52% below the UK average. Seasonal factors appear to have shaped this month’s data: January’s reduced retail footfall and shorter days likely contributed to lower property crime rates, while the post-holiday period may have influenced patterns of violent incidents. The area’s crime picture is further distinguished by its minimal public order offences (0.2 per 1,000), 52% below the UK average, which could reflect a lack of large-scale events or crowded public spaces. These patterns align with Bovey Tracey’s likely role as a small, low-density built-up area within Teignbridge, where community dynamics and limited commercial activity may naturally suppress certain types of crime. However, the rise in violent offences compared to December 2025 warrants careful monitoring, as it suggests shifts in local patterns that could be influenced by unmeasured factors such as seasonal transitions or changes in community engagement.

Violence and sexual offences saw a 16.7% increase in January 2026, rising from 6 to 7 incidents. This uptick contrasts with a 66.7% decline in public order offences, which fell from 3 to 1. The violent crime rate in Bovey Tracey (1.2 per 1,000) is 52% below the UK average for this category, a significant disparity that may reflect the area’s smaller population and limited nightlife. Meanwhile, other thefts (0.4 per 1,000) are 13% below the UK average, suggesting that property crime remains relatively rare here. For residents, the sharp drop in public order incidents offers a tangible sign of improved community safety during the month. These shifts in crime mix highlight the importance of contextual factors—such as seasonal foot traffic and local events—in shaping monthly statistics.

Bovey Tracey’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 1.9 per 1,000 residents, a 39.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.2 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with the seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period, reflecting the low overall rate. Monthly exposure calculations indicate that, over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 520 residents. This figure underscores the relatively safe environment in Bovey Tracey compared to the UK average, though it is essential to contextualise this within the area’s small population and rural character. The combination of low population density and limited commercial activity likely plays a role in maintaining such low crime levels, though further data would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.