Teignbridge Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge's overall crime rate in December 2025 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places it 38.6% below the UK average of 7.0. This performance reflects a combination of seasonal factors and sustained local efforts to manage crime. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50.3% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.0%) and criminal damage and arson (8.5%). These patterns align with the area's character as a mix of coastal and rural communities, where public spaces and seasonal transitions may influence crime dynamics. The month's context—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the presence of empty homes during the festive period—may partly explain the distribution of offences. Violent crimes remained the dominant category, suggesting that community engagement strategies targeting interpersonal conflict may require continued focus. Meanwhile, property-related crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime were significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with Teignbridge's relatively low population density and the absence of major retail hubs that typically drive such incidents. The data also highlights a marked reduction in shoplifting compared to previous months, linked to increased policing during the holiday season or changes in consumer behaviour.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 67.4% reduction in shoplifting, with incidents falling from 43 to 14. This decline, the most significant month-on-month change, may be attributed to heightened security measures around retail premises during the Christmas shopping peak. Conversely, theft from the person increased by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a stark contrast that highlights the vulnerability of individuals in public spaces during dark winter evenings. The violent crime category, which accounted for 50.3% of all recorded crimes, was 14% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000). This suggests that Teignbridge's approach to community safety, possibly involving targeted interventions in high-risk areas, is yielding measurable results. Anti-social behaviour also remained low, 46% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area's rural character and the limited presence of crowded urban environments that often drive such offences. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting offers a tangible benefit, with fewer incidents reported in retail areas during a critical shopping period. However, the rise in theft from the person underscores the need for continued public awareness campaigns around personal safety in poorly lit or isolated locations.

Teignbridge's crime rate in December 2025 dropped by 17.6% compared to November, falling from 5.2 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This downward trend places the area in a stronger position relative to its own historical data, though it remains below the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure of 19 crimes per day provides context for residents, illustrating that while the overall rate is low, the pace of incidents still requires attention. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 234 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to Teignbridge's population of 138,548. This statistic, while not directly comparable to national figures, reinforces the area's relative safety. When viewed through the lens of population density, Teignbridge's lower crime rate may be attributed to its mix of rural and coastal landscapes, which tend to have fewer concentrated hubs of activity that drive crime. The comparison to the previous month also highlights the volatility of certain crime types, such as shoplifting, which fell sharply while others like theft from the person rose. These fluctuations suggest that local conditions—such as weather patterns, holiday schedules, and policing activity—play a significant role in shaping the monthly crime picture.