Teignbridge Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Teignbridge, 4.1 crimes were reported in February 2026—35.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering a crime roughly once every 244 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 48.2% of all reported crimes, significantly lower than the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour followed, with rates 31% and 56% below national averages respectively. The winter season may partly explain the dominance of violent crime, as reduced outdoor activity and colder weather often concentrate interactions in indoor spaces. While February marked a pre-spring lull in some areas, the persistence of violent crime suggests underlying social dynamics that may not be fully mitigated by seasonal factors. The relatively low property crime rate—only 30.9% of total crimes—contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically make up a larger share. This could reflect Teignbridge's mix of rural and coastal environments, where commercial activity is more dispersed than in densely populated urban centres.

February 2026 saw a 3.0% increase in the overall crime rate compared to January, though Teignbridge still remained well below the UK average. The most notable shift was the 133.3% rise in possession of weapons offences, with seven incidents reported compared to three in the previous month. This increase, while small in absolute terms, may signal a localised trend warranting closer attention. Bicycle theft also doubled, from one to two incidents, potentially linked to seasonal patterns as colder weather prompts more indoor storage. Conversely, other theft offences fell by 21.4%, reflecting heightened community awareness or targeted policing efforts. Violence and sexual offences remained low compared to the UK average, with rates 14% below the national figure. This could be attributed to Teignbridge's relatively low population density and the absence of major nightlife hubs that typically drive such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, was 56% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion efforts may be effectively reducing low-level conflicts.

The 4.1 per 1,000 crime rate in February 2026 represented a 3.0% increase from January's 4.0 per 1,000, though this remains a stark contrast to the UK average. Locally, this translates to approximately 20 crimes reported per day—equivalent to one incident for every 244 residents over the course of the month. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Teignbridge's residents face a monthly risk of encountering a crime that is 35.9% lower than the national average, highlighting the area's relative safety. This comparative advantage is most pronounced in violent crime categories, where the rate is 14% below the UK average. For perspective, the daily crime count in Teignbridge is equivalent to a resident having a 1 in 244 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of a month. While this statistic does not account for unreported incidents, it underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining lower crime levels compared to the national context. The combination of geographical spread and community-focused initiatives may be contributing factors, though further analysis would be required to confirm causal links.