Kingsteignton Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kingsteignton's February 2024 crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents places the area 46.5% below the UK average, a significant gap that underscores its relatively low-risk profile compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.9% of all incidents, though this category remained 36% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Public order offences, while contributing 14.3% of total crimes, rose sharply in February, a trend that may be linked to the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity typical of winter months. This seasonal context, combined with the area's built-up nature within Teignbridge, likely influences crime patterns, as lower foot traffic and reduced social interactions may dampen certain types of criminal activity while amplifying others. The overall balance of crime types—dominated by violent offences but with property crimes at 28.5% (14 cases)—suggests a mix of urban dynamics, where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder can persist even in a low-crime environment. These patterns align with the area's character as a mixed-use locality with both residential and commercial zones, where seasonal rhythms and local demographics shape the crime profile.

February saw stark shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 250% (from 2 to 7 cases), the largest single-month increase in the area's data history. This spike, while below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, highlights a potential seasonal or event-driven factor in the area. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted 84.2% (from 19 to 3), likely reflecting reduced traffic and outdoor activity during winter. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 60% (from 10 to 4), a trend consistent with the seasonal lull typical of February. Violent crime—accounting for 42.9% of total incidents—remained 36% below the UK average, suggesting a community profile with lower levels of interpersonal conflict than the national picture. These fluctuations offer critical insights for residents, particularly the sharp rise in public order offences, which may indicate the need for targeted local initiatives.

Kingsteignton's crime rate in February 2024 fell to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 33.7% drop from the previous month's 5.8 per 1,000. This decline places the area firmly below the UK average, with a 46.5% gap between its rate and the national figure of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately two crimes per day over the 29-day period, reflecting a steady but low level of activity. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one reported crime for every 261 residents over the course of the month. Such figures suggest a relatively safe environment compared to both the UK average and the previous month's trajectory, though the daily rate remains a useful benchmark for residents assessing local safety. The population context—12,774 residents—further underscores that even minor shifts in crime numbers can represent meaningful changes in community risk levels.