Teignbridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 64.7% below the UK average of 8.5. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the district’s generally low-crime environment. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (37.8%), followed by anti-social behaviour (30.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues remain key concerns, even as the area benefits from a broader safety profile. Seasonal factors may also play a role: as June marks the start of summer, increased tourism in Teignbridge’s coastal and rural areas could contribute to higher incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary compared to the UK average indicates that the district’s infrastructure, community policing, or environmental characteristics may help mitigate certain types of crime. For instance, the lower prevalence of vehicle crime (0.0 per 1,000) could reflect reduced parking density in residential areas or greater public awareness of vehicle security. Meanwhile, the drop in burglary and other crime categories may align with seasonal patterns, as fewer people travel during the early summer months. These dynamics illustrate how Teignbridge’s unique geography and demographics—likely shaped by its coastal location and suburban character—interact with national crime trends to produce a distinct local profile.

June 2023 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person surged by 200%, rising from one to three incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened foot traffic during the early summer season. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 71.4%, declining from 21 to 6, likely due to fewer parked vehicles during warmer weather or improved security measures. Other significant decreases included burglary (-33.3%) and other crime (-50%), which could indicate seasonal patterns or targeted interventions. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 37.8% of total crimes, though this rate was 62% below the UK average. These disparities suggest that while Teignbridge faces certain localised challenges, its overall crime profile remains markedly safer than the national picture.

Teignbridge’s crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, with a 1.4% increase from 2.9 to 3.0 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major short-term shifts in criminal activity, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, 14 crimes were reported across the district, equating to roughly one incident for every 338 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Teignbridge compared to national trends. The population context further underscores this: with 138,548 residents, the district’s crime rate is spread across a larger number of people, reducing the likelihood of any single individual encountering crime. These figures align with Teignbridge’s broader pattern of being a low-crime area, particularly when compared to more densely populated or urban regions.