Teignbridge Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Teignbridge’s crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents placed it 67.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a stark contrast to national trends. The crime profile was dominated by anti-social behaviour (31.2% of all incidents), violence and sexual offences (29.8%), and criminal damage and arson (9.5%), with each category significantly below UK averages. This suggests a local context where community-driven interventions or environmental factors—such as lower population density or strong local policing—may temper more severe forms of crime. The balance between property and violent crime was nearly equal, with 105 property crimes and 107 violent crimes recorded, a dynamic that diverges from the UK’s typically higher violent crime rates. Seasonal factors, including darker evenings and Halloween, likely contributed to spikes in anti-social behaviour and theft from the person, though these were offset by declines in vehicle crime. The data also highlights Teignbridge’s relatively low rates of shoplifting (66% below UK average) and burglary (71% below UK average), which may reflect a mix of rural and semi-rural characteristics, where commercial areas are less concentrated and residential spaces are more spread out. While the overall crime rate remains low, the near-parity between property and violent crime raises questions about underlying factors, such as the influence of local demographics or the impact of seasonal transitions on both public order and personal safety. This balance may indicate a need for targeted initiatives that address both types of crime without over-policing, ensuring that the area’s unique profile is preserved while maintaining its current safety record.

October 2023 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with theft from the person surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and bicycle theft doubling (from 0 to 1). These increases, though small in absolute terms, highlight vulnerabilities in personal safety during darker evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 62.5% (from 16 to 6), a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in road usage or improved local enforcement. The balance between property and violent crime remained near parity, with 105 property crimes and 107 violent crimes recorded—a mix that diverges from the UK average, where violent crime dominates. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category at 31.2% of all incidents, was 38% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or a demographic profile that mitigates such incidents. For residents, the most immediate concern remains theft from the person, which rose sharply, despite overall crime remaining 67.5% below the national average.

Teignbridge's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 5.1% decrease from the previous month's 2.7 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader trends observed in the area’s historical data. On a daily basis, the district recorded roughly 12 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 359 incidents. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 386 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests the local population faces relatively low risk compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective is particularly noteworthy: with 138,548 residents, the district's crime profile reflects a balance between low-frequency incidents and targeted problem areas, such as anti-social behaviour and violence. This monthly context helps residents gauge their personal risk, though it is essential to remember that localised factors—such as community engagement or seasonal activity—can influence crime patterns in ways not fully captured by aggregate statistics.