Dawlish Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Dawlish, 5.6 crimes were recorded in February 2024, placing the area 21.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to a roughly 1-in-180 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that is lower than the national context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (43.9% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (24.2%) and public order offences (7.6%). These patterns align with February's seasonal context as a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may partly explain the dominance of indoor-focused crimes like violence and anti-social behaviour. While the overall rate remains stable, the composition of crimes reflects a localised emphasis on interpersonal conflicts and public disorder. The UK comparison underscores Dawlish's relative safety, though the significant rise in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (33% above) suggests targeted challenges in community management. The lower prevalence of property crimes—particularly burglary, which was 67% below the UK average—may be consistent with the area's built-up character and higher levels of residential security. Seasonal factors likely play a role in the subdued property crime rates, as colder weather and reduced foot traffic in public spaces could limit opportunities for theft. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting (+200%) indicates vulnerabilities in retail environments that warrant further attention.

February 2024 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+200%), other theft (+100%), and anti-social behaviour (+100%) compared to January, reflecting a shift in criminal activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour, now at 24.2% of total crimes, was 33% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a localised issue. Meanwhile, burglary rates fell by 75% (from 4 to 1 incident), aligning with a 67% deficit compared to the UK average. This contrast suggests targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have influenced property crime trends. The rise in shoplifting, though significant, still remained 44% below the UK average, indicating a combination of local retail dynamics and broader national patterns. For residents, the daily crime rate of 2 incidents per day offers a concrete benchmark for assessing local safety.

Dawlish's crime rate in February 2024 remained stable at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in January. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or drops in overall criminal activity, though the nature of incidents has shifted. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that translates to 1 reported crime for every 180 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct local profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a lower risk of encountering crimes compared to the national average, but the rise in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting underscores specific challenges. These figures, when viewed alongside the UK context, illustrate how Dawlish's unique social and environmental factors shape its crime profile differently than broader trends.