Teignbridge Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, while significantly lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.8%) and criminal damage and arson (11.8%). These patterns align with Teignbridge's character as a mixed district encompassing coastal communities, rural areas, and smaller urban centres, where social interactions and outdoor spaces may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly incidents. The seasonal context of May—marked by bank holidays, extended daylight hours, and increased outdoor socialising—likely influences these trends, as does the area's lower population density compared to major cities. Teignbridge's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, a consistent feature that may be attributed to the district's lower population density and stronger community cohesion. However, the month-on-month rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggests that localised pressures, such as increased alcohol consumption during warmer evenings, could be contributing to the upward trend. This data highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes in specific crime types while maintaining the overall safety profile that has characterised Teignbridge relative to the UK.

May 2024 saw a 44.3% increase in anti-social behaviour, the most significant month-on-month rise, which may partly explain the overall upward trend in crime rates. This category alone contributed 18.8% of all reported crimes, highlighting its disproportionate impact on the local crime mix. Meanwhile, bicycle theft surged by 300%, jumping from one to four incidents, a sharp increase that could reflect seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased outdoor activity. Conversely, robbery fell by 80% as the number of incidents dropped from five to one, a decline that may be linked to heightened community awareness or targeted policing efforts. The data also reveals that Teignbridge's violent crime rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 23% below the UK average, a consistent trend that underscores the area's relative safety in this category despite the recent rise in overall crime. These shifts illustrate the combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with certain categories showing marked divergence from UK-wide patterns.

Teignbridge's crime rate in May 2024 rose 16.5% from 4.6 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents compared to the previous month, marking a notable upward shift. This increase translates to roughly 24 crimes reported daily across the district, a figure that underscores the localised nature of crime trends. When viewed through the lens of population exposure, the monthly data reveals that one reported crime occurred for every 186 residents over the course of May—a statistic that, while seemingly low, reflects the concentrated nature of certain crime types. This rate remains significantly below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, but the month-on-month rise suggests a need for closer monitoring of emerging patterns. The contrast between Teignbridge's figures and the UK average highlights the area's distinct demographic and geographic characteristics, which may include lower population density and fewer high-traffic urban centres compared to larger cities. However, the increase in specific categories like anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime indicates shifts that warrant further contextual analysis.