Teignbridge Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Teignbridge, 4.3 crimes were recorded in February 2024, placing the area 39.4% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately 20 crimes reported across the district, though the per-capita measure highlights a safer environment than the national average. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, making up nearly half (46.2%) of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.6%) and criminal damage and arson (6.9%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower crime rate compared to other periods. The area’s mix of rural and coastal geography likely influences crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour and property crimes more prevalent in populated areas. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the high proportion of violent crimes suggests targeted interventions may be necessary in specific neighbourhoods. The absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime, despite seasonal factors, indicates a relatively stable environment compared to other months, though the sharp rise in robbery and drug-related incidents in February warrants further scrutiny.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with robbery tripling from one to three incidents, marking a 200% increase. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vulnerability in specific areas or transient criminal activity. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 46.3% (41 to 22), potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity during the winter months or improved security measures in car parks. Anti-social behaviour rose by 5.1%, tied to the pre-spring transition or social gatherings in community spaces. The category of violence and sexual offences, at 2.0 per 1,000, remains 20% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. However, the stark 81% deficit in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.5 per 1,000) highlights Teignbridge’s lower retail crime risk, which may stem from its smaller commercial footprint or successful prevention strategies. Residents should note that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the concentration of violent crimes necessitates continued vigilance, particularly in areas with higher population density.

Teignbridge’s crime rate in February 2024 (4.3 per 1,000) marked a 10.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.8, indicating a short-term reduction in criminal activity. Over 29 days, this translated to roughly 20 crimes reported daily, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 234 residents underscores the relatively low risk faced by individuals, even as the total number of crimes (591) remains notable. This per-capita measure, which is 39.4% below the UK average, reflects the area’s distinct character—possibly a combination of its rural expanses, coastal geography, and lower population density compared to major urban centres. While the UK average includes higher concentrations of violent crime in densely populated regions, Teignbridge’s lower overall rate suggests a safer environment, though the prominence of violence and sexual offences within its crime mix indicates that targeted efforts may still be required to address specific vulnerabilities. The comparison also highlights that Teignbridge’s property crime rate (0.3 per 1,000) is significantly below the UK average for shoplifting and vehicle crime, reinforcing the area’s unique risk profile.