Teignbridge Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's crime profile in October 2023 reveals a striking equilibrium between property and violent crime, with 105 property crimes and 107 violent crimes reported across the district. This balance contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. The overall crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents places Teignbridge 67.5% below the national average of 8.0, a disparity likely influenced by the area's rural-urban mix. Anti-social behaviour (112 incidents) remains the most prevalent category, accounting for 31.2% of all crimes, followed by violence and sexual offences (107 incidents, 29.8%). Both categories show significant gaps compared to UK averages, with anti-social behaviour 38% below the national rate and violent crime 70% below. Seasonal factors may partly explain these patterns, as darker evenings and Halloween activities could contribute to anti-social behaviour spikes. The low levels of vehicle crime (0.0 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) suggest effective local policing or community measures, though these figures are exceptionally low even by UK standards. This data highlights a combination of Teignbridge's geographical character—a coastal district with both rural and urban pockets—and its crime dynamics, where community engagement and environmental factors appear to play a pivotal role in maintaining low overall rates.

October 2023 saw significant fluctuations in Teignbridge's crime profile. Theft from the person surged by 200% (1 to 3 incidents), while bicycle theft doubled (0 to 1). These increases contrast sharply with a 62.5% drop in vehicle crime (16 to 6), a category already 100% below the UK average. The balance between property and violent crime—105 versus 107 incidents—marks a departure from typical patterns, where property crime often outpaces violent crime. This shift may reflect seasonal pressures, as Halloween and shorter evenings could amplify petty theft opportunities while reducing outdoor activity. Anti-social behaviour, though the most common category, remains 38% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions. Vehicle crime's 100% deficit compared to the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) indicates strong performance in this area, though the sharp decline from September may warrant closer attention. Residents might find the 200% increase in theft from the person particularly concerning, as it represents a rare upward trend in an otherwise stable environment.

Teignbridge's crime rate in October 2023 (2.6 per 1,000) marks a 5.1% decrease from September's 2.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 12 crimes per day, a figure that translates to 1 reported crime for every 386 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—while low—provides context for local residents: statistically, the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is minimal compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective is particularly striking when considering categories like vehicle crime (0.0 per 1,000) and theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000), which are 100% below UK rates. These figures suggest that Teignbridge's residents face significantly lower risks in these areas than the national average. However, the 200% increase in theft from the person raises questions about localized factors, such as increased foot traffic during Halloween or changes in policing strategies. While the overall rate remains comfortably below the UK average, the month-on-month volatility in specific categories underscores the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging trends.