Teignbridge Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Teignbridge’s January 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents places it 38% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 7.1 per 1,000. This disparity underscores the area’s relative safety, though the crime mix reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 42.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.2%) and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a mix of rural and coastal communities, where anti-social behaviour may be more concentrated in smaller towns, while property crimes like burglary and shoplifting reflect vulnerabilities in both urban and rural settings. Seasonal factors likely play a role in the current crime profile: January’s post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall may have contributed to the sharp rise in burglary and shoplifting, as opportunistic offenders target homes and businesses during quieter times. Meanwhile, the persistent decline in theft from the person and bicycle theft could be linked to fewer outdoor activities and lower pedestrian traffic, consistent with winter conditions. While the overall rate remains low, the increase in property crimes suggests that residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high retail presence or vulnerable housing stock. The area’s performance against UK averages—particularly the 24% gap in violent crime and 35% gap in shoplifting—highlights both strengths and areas requiring closer attention, as local conditions may influence how crime manifests differently than in other parts of the country.

January 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime types, with burglary rising by 211.1% (9 to 28 incidents) and shoplifting surging by 113.0% (23 to 49 incidents). These jumps, though not uncommon in post-holiday periods, are significant enough to warrant attention from residents, particularly in areas where retail premises and residential properties are concentrated. Vehicle crime also rose by 90.9% (11 to 21 incidents), possibly linked to increased car usage during colder weather or changes in parking patterns. Conversely, theft from the person and bicycle theft both fell by 66.7%, potentially reflecting reduced foot traffic and outdoor activity during shorter winter days. The area’s violent crime rate remains 24% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.9 per 1,000 residents. This contrast with the sharp rise in property crimes highlights a shift in the crime mix, suggesting that while violent incidents remain relatively low, targeted property offences are becoming more prevalent.

Teignbridge’s crime rate in January 2025 rose slightly by 2.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.3 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This small increase suggests a minor shift in local patterns, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 19 crimes reported each day, a figure that translates to one crime for roughly every 229 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure is a key metric for residents to contextualise risk, as it reflects the aggregate likelihood of encountering crime rather than daily fluctuations. The population of 138,548 means that even small absolute changes in crime numbers can be statistically meaningful, though the low rate compared to national averages indicates that the area continues to perform well in maintaining public safety. These figures, when viewed alongside the broader crime picture, suggest that while local factors may influence month-on-month shifts, the area remains far below the national benchmark in most categories.