Teignbridge Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 saw Teignbridge's crime rate remain at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, 35.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This continued performance reflects the area's broader trend of maintaining lower crime rates compared to national benchmarks, a pattern consistent with its rural and semi-rural character. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.3% of all incidents, though at a rate 23% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed, making up 17.8% of total crimes, with a 32% deficit compared to national figures. These findings align with the area's profile as a region where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced levels of violent and disruptive incidents. Seasonal factors in April, including the Easter period and increased outdoor activity, likely influenced the crime profile. While violence and anti-social behaviour dominated, property-related crimes such as shoplifting and burglary remained significantly below UK averages, with shoplifting at 55% below the national rate. This suggests that Teignbridge's retail environment, possibly less concentrated than in major urban centres, may reduce opportunities for such offences. The overall crime picture remains one of relative safety, though the unexpected rise in drug-related offences highlights the need for targeted local interventions.

The most striking change in April 2025 was a 55.6% increase in drug-related offences, rising from 18 to 28 incidents. This surge contrasts with the overall trend of lower-than-UK-average crime rates, suggesting a localized issue that may relate to increased Easter-related activity or seasonal shifts in illicit trade. Vehicle crime also rose by 40%, from 10 to 14 cases, possibly linked to increased outdoor activity during spring. Meanwhile, burglary increased by 27.8%, indicating a potential vulnerability in property security during the Easter period. Conversely, other crime fell by 45%, with possession of weapons declining by a third, reflecting a possible reduction in aggressive incidents. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences remain the most common category, accounting for 41.3% of total crimes, but at a rate 23% below the UK average. This mix of increases and decreases illustrates the complexity of local crime dynamics, where seasonal factors and community-specific trends interplay.

Teignbridge's crime rate in April 2025 remained stable compared to March, with a 3.9% decrease to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This continues a trend of lower-than-UK-average rates, which stood at 7.7 per 1,000 nationally. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day, reflecting a consistent pattern of low-level incidents rather than spikes in serious crime. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 202 residents, a figure significantly lower than the UK average. This monthly exposure rate highlights the area's relative safety, particularly when compared to regions with higher urban density or industrial activity. The population context further underscores that Teignbridge's crime profile is shaped by its mix of rural and semi-rural characteristics, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to the sustained reduction in reported crimes.