The question of whether specific areas within Buckfastleigh (BUA - Buckfastleigh in Teignbridge) experience disproportionately higher rates of violent crime requires a careful examination of available data. While pinpointing specific hotspots isn’t possible with the information available, we can analyse the overall crime picture for the area.
Buckfastleigh has a population of 3033 residents. The overall crime rate for Buckfastleigh is 64.6 incidents per 1,000 people. This is notably lower than the United Kingdom’s average crime rate of 91.6 per 1,000. This suggests, on the surface, that Buckfastleigh is experiencing fewer crimes than the average UK town.
It’s important to note that crime rates are complex and influenced by many factors. They don’t always reflect the lived experience of every resident. A lower crime rate doesn't guarantee absolute safety. Furthermore, crime statistics can be affected by reporting rates and police recording practices.
Buckfastleigh also boasts a safety score of 84/100, which is above the UK average of 79. This score likely takes into account a range of factors beyond just crime statistics, potentially including perceptions of safety and community cohesion. However, without granular data broken down by smaller geographic areas within Buckfastleigh, it's impossible to definitively say which specific locations might have higher crime rates. Further investigation by local authorities and community groups would be needed to identify such localised trends. If you have concerns about safety in a particular area, contacting Devon and Cornwall Police is recommended.