Teignbridge Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge’s crime rate in December 2025 was 4.3 per 1,000 residents, 38.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This significant gap underscores the area’s relatively safe environment, a trend that aligns with its mix of rural and coastal landscapes, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The most common category of crime was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50.3% of all reported incidents. This rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was 14% below the UK average, consistent with broader patterns in areas with lower population densities and strong community policing initiatives. Anti-social behaviour followed, making up 12.0% of total crimes, with its rate of 0.5 per 1,000 also well below the national average. These findings suggest that Teignbridge’s crime profile is shaped by its geography and demographics, with lower foot traffic in rural areas potentially reducing opportunities for theft and public order offences. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and holiday-related absences—may have influenced these trends. For instance, the sharp decline in shoplifting (from 43 to 14 incidents) could reflect heightened retail security measures or reduced consumer activity during the festive period. While violence remained the most prevalent category, its rate was still lower than the UK average, a pattern that may be reinforced by the area’s relatively stable community structures and limited urban density. This data illustrates a district where crime is both less frequent and less severe compared to national benchmarks, though local factors such as seasonal shifts and community engagement will continue to shape future trends.

December 2025 saw a marked decline in shoplifting, with a 67.4% reduction from the previous month’s 43 incidents to 14. This drop may partly explain the overall crime rate’s 17.6% decrease from November. While violent crimes remained the most common category (50.3% of total incidents), their rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was 14% below the UK average—a consistent trend for the area. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply, with a 46% gap below the UK average. Vehicle crime was 73% below the national rate, suggesting that Teignbridge’s rural character may limit opportunities for such offences. However, there were increases in theft from the person (+200%) and bicycle theft (+100%), though these remain low in absolute terms. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with seasonal factors and local demographics likely influencing these changes. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting offers a tangible example of how targeted efforts—such as increased retail security—can yield measurable results.

Teignbridge’s crime rate in December 2025 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 17.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as December typically sees reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in retail areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 19 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with the month’s overall rate, reflects the localized nature of crime in Teignbridge. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 234 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average. This figure underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks, though local factors—such as the presence of rural landscapes and coastal communities—may contribute to this disparity. The population of 138,548 further contextualizes these numbers, highlighting that even with 592 total crimes, the rate per capita remains modest. This comparison suggests that Teignbridge’s community-focused policing strategies and geographical characteristics may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.