Teignbridge Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's crime rate in December 2023 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 45.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This achievement positions the area as one of the safer regions in the country, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 39.9% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.6%) and criminal damage and arson (7.8%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by extended evenings, holiday shopping, and social gatherings—likely contributed to patterns observed in crime types. For instance, the relatively low rate of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000) may reflect increased community vigilance and targeted policing during the festive period. However, the sharp rise in public order offences and drug-related crimes highlights the challenges of managing crowds and alcohol-related incidents in public spaces. These trends align with the area's character as a mix of coastal and rural communities, where seasonal events can amplify both positive and negative social dynamics. The overall crime rate, while showing improvement, remains sensitive to external factors such as weather conditions and the temporary absence of residents during the holiday season, which can leave homes and properties more vulnerable to opportunistic crime.

December 2023 saw a 500% surge in burglary cases, rising from five to 30 incidents. This dramatic increase, coupled with a 135.3% rise in public order offences and a doubling of drug-related crimes, contrasts with notable decreases in theft from the person (-66.7%) and bicycle theft (-50%). The violence and sexual offences category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, remains 39% below the UK average, illustrating Teignbridge's comparatively lower rates of violent crime. The sharp decline in theft from the person, from three to one incident, offers a concrete example of how targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have influenced crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour. to 79 incidents, still constitutes 14.6% of total crimes, highlighting persistent challenges in managing disruptive conduct. These shifts in crime distribution reflect the combination of holiday-related activity and local policing efforts.

Teignbridge's crime rate in December 2023 rose by 41.3% compared to November 2023, moving from 2.8 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 45.8% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show 17 crimes reported each day in December, a figure that, while consistent with seasonal fluctuations, reflects the area's ongoing commitment to public safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 256 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low crime environment in Teignbridge compared to national benchmarks. This figure, when contextualised against the local population of 138,548, highlights the proportion of residents affected by crime on a monthly basis, offering a tangible measure of community safety. The rate of increase in December is consistent with patterns observed in other areas during the holiday season, where heightened social activity and darker evenings may temporarily influence crime trends.