Teignbridge Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge’s crime profile in March 2023 reveals a mix of patterns that align with its geographical and demographic profile. With a total of 456 crimes reported, the area’s overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents places it 56.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast suggests a community where crime is relatively rare. The top three crime categories—violence and sexual offences (46.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (14.9%), and vehicle crime (6.1%)—reflect a balance between personal safety concerns and local-specific issues. Violence and sexual offences, though contributing nearly half of all crimes, remain 45% below the UK average, a gap that may be influenced by Teignbridge’s rural and coastal character, where community ties and lower population density could mitigate some forms of conflict. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, is a persistent concern, linked to the area’s mix of urban and rural environments. Vehicle crime, at 0.2 per 1,000, was 58% below the UK average, a statistic that aligns with Teignbridge’s lower traffic density and fewer opportunities for theft compared to major urban centres. The seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring, with longer evenings—may have influenced patterns, though no direct correlation to specific crime types is evident in the data. Overall, Teignbridge’s crime profile suggests a community where proactive policing and local engagement could further reduce incidents, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour, which, while lower than the UK average, remains a focus area.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in crime distribution, with violent crimes comprising 46.7% of all incidents—slightly higher than the UK average of 45%—despite the overall rate remaining well below national levels. Anti-social behaviour, while contributing 14.9% of total crimes, was 52% below the UK average, a gap that may reflect local initiatives or community cohesion efforts. Vehicle crime, at 0.2 per 1,000, was 58% below the UK average, a statistic that could be attributed to Teignbridge’s mix of rural and coastal geography, where vehicle theft is less common than in densely populated urban areas. However, possession of weapons was 43% above the UK average, a category that, while small in absolute terms (11 incidents), warrants attention. Residents might find the breakdown of violence and sexual offences particularly relevant, as this category’s proximity to the UK average suggests local factors—such as seasonal transitions or community events—could influence patterns.

In March 2023, Teignbridge recorded 456 crimes over 31 days, translating to roughly 15 crimes per day. This daily figure, while consistent with local patterns, sits within a broader context of lower-than-average crime rates for the UK. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 304 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low exposure compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when contextualised against Teignbridge’s population of 138,548, highlights a community where crime remains a rare occurrence for most residents. The daily crime count, however, may be of practical interest to local businesses and neighbourhood watch groups, who could use this figure to plan community engagement or resource allocation. The monthly exposure rate, though not directly comparable to UK-wide figures (which are not provided), offers a snapshot of how infrequent crime is in this area relative to its population size, reinforcing the area’s reputation as a safer locality.