Teignbridge Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Teignbridge recorded a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 59.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest in absolute terms, reflects the area's generally low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 34.6% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (23.3%) and criminal damage and arson (12.6%). These patterns align with the district's character as a mix of rural and coastal communities, where public order issues and property damage are more likely to occur in specific micro-environments. August, being a peak holiday month, brought seasonal dynamics that may have influenced crime trends: increased tourism, temporary vacancies in holiday homes, and summer leisure activities. These factors are consistent with the observed shifts in crime types, such as the notable rise in bicycle theft and shoplifting, which are often linked to transient populations and retail activity. However, the area's violent crime rate remained significantly below the UK average, suggesting that community policing efforts and local demographics may contribute to this stability. The relatively low overall crime rate, combined with the district's geographical and social profile, illustrates a community that, while not immune to seasonal fluctuations, maintains a generally secure environment.

August 2023 marked a striking 400% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, while small in absolute terms, indicates a sharp focus on targeted theft during the summer months. Shoplifting also saw a significant 109% increase, jumping from 11 to 23 cases, a trend that may be linked to the influx of tourists and seasonal retail activity. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 58.3%, with incidents falling from 12 to 5, suggesting a possible reduction in illicit activity during this period. The area's violent crime rate remained 70% below the UK average, with 107 incidents recorded—though this figure must be viewed alongside the 17.8% monthly increase. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime, was 17% below the UK average, at 1.2 per 1,000, a statistic that highlights the area's relatively stable community dynamics despite the seasonal fluctuations. For residents, the sharp rise in bicycle theft serves as a concrete reminder to secure personal property during peak holiday periods.

Teignbridge's crime rate in August 2023 rose by 17.8% compared to July 2023, climbing from 2.8 to 3.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during a month typically associated with seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 15 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity for local residents. Over the course of August, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 302 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This statistic, when scaled to the area's population of 138,548, illustrates that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The rise in August aligns with seasonal factors such as increased tourism and the temporary vacancy of holiday homes, which may influence burglary risks and public order challenges in specific areas.