Teignbridge Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 63.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This consistent underperformance relative to national trends suggests a combination of local factors, including the area's mix of rural and coastal environments, which often correlate with lower violent crime rates. The most frequently reported crimes were violence and sexual offences (40.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (28.4%) and criminal damage and arson (7.9%). These patterns may be influenced by seasonal dynamics: May's extended daylight hours and bank holidays likely contribute to increased socialising in public spaces, which can both drive anti-social behaviour and create opportunities for violent incidents. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) is 57% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect effective community engagement initiatives or the area's demographic profile, which includes a significant proportion of older residents less likely to be involved in such crimes. The low prevalence of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000) further underscores the area's safety, though these figures may also be shaped by the limited presence of high-value assets in residential areas. As May transitions into the summer months, local authorities may need to monitor whether the current downward trend in violent crime persists or whether the increased social activity could lead to a shift in crime types.

May 2023 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: theft from the person (100% rise from 0 to 1), possession of weapons (100% rise from 2 to 4), and drugs (100% rise from 3 to 6). These spikes, while small in absolute terms, may indicate emerging trends such as increased illicit activity during the transition to longer evenings. Conversely, burglary fell by 52.6% (19 to 9), and public order offences decreased by 23.5% (17 to 13), suggesting effective interventions in high-risk areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category at 40.7% of all crimes, a figure 57% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The 100% increase in theft from the person, though a single incident, may prompt local authorities to review security measures in public spaces, particularly as May's longer evenings encourage more outdoor activity.

Teignbridge's crime rate in May 2023 (2.9 per 1,000 residents) marked a 7.0% decrease from April's 3.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 342 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that highlights the area's relative safety. Daily crime activity averaged 13 incidents per day, a manageable number for a local authority of Teignbridge's size. When compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, the area's rate remains lower, suggesting systemic factors such as community policing strategies or demographic characteristics that contribute to sustained low crime levels. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, a contrast that may be influenced by Teignbridge's mix of rural and coastal environments, which often see lower violent crime rates than densely populated urban centres.