Teignbridge Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's August 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places it 34.1% below the UK average, a position it has maintained since early 2023. The area's crime profile remains dominated by violence and sexual offences (42.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and criminal damage (9.5%). This pattern aligns with Teignbridge's character as a coastal district with significant tourism infrastructure, where violent incidents often occur in public spaces during peak season. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime (78% below UK average) suggest effective local policing strategies in areas with high foot traffic. Seasonal factors appear to influence crime patterns, with August's peak holiday period likely increasing burglary risks through empty homes. However, the area's overall crime rate has remained stable despite these seasonal fluctuations, indicating consistent community safety measures. The persistent gap between Teignbridge and UK averages for property crime (particularly vehicle crime) may reflect the district's smaller urban centres and lower population density compared to major cities.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in August 2024 was a 400% increase in theft from the person, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This spike, though still low compared to the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), suggests a potential uptick in opportunistic crimes during the summer tourist season. Vehicle crime fell by 36.8% (19 to 12), likely reflecting reduced car usage during August holidays and increased police patrols in popular coastal areas. Violent crime remained the largest category, accounting for 42.3% of all reported crimes — 14% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.8% of total crimes, was 31% below the UK rate, a pattern consistent with Teignbridge's lower levels of alcohol-fuelled disorder compared to urban centres. The 38% drop in drugs-related crime (25 to 17) may indicate successful community engagement efforts in this predominantly rural district.

Teignbridge's August 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents represents a 9.1% decrease from July's 5.9 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend observed since mid-2024. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 24 crimes per day in August, a figure consistent with seasonal patterns in this coastal district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 186 residents — a metric that contextualises the rate within the local population. This monthly exposure remains significantly lower than the UK average, which stood at 8.2 per 1,000 in August. The decline aligns with broader trends in Teignbridge, where property crime rates have consistently fallen since 2022, though violent crime remains a persistent concern. The population-scaled perspective shows that while crime is present, it remains relatively rare compared to national benchmarks.