Kingsteignton Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kingsteignton’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 57.3% increase from December’s 3.7 per 1,000, reflects a combination of local and seasonal factors. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.4% of all incidents (24 cases). This category, at 1.9 per 1,000, was 27% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of violent crime in the area compared to the national picture. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as a striking outlier: with 19 incidents (1.5 per 1,000), it was 200% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be explained by Kingsteignton’s proximity to major transport routes or its built-up nature, which could create conditions conducive to vehicle-related thefts. Anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, contributing 13.5% of all crimes (10 incidents), though this rate remained 19% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail activity—likely influenced these patterns, with fewer outdoor crimes but increased vehicle-related incidents. These trends highlight the importance of contextualising crime data within both local geography and temporal rhythms, ensuring that comparisons to national averages are interpreted with nuance.

January 2024 saw a sharp increase in vehicle crime, which rose by 216.7% from December’s 6 to 19 incidents. This jump, the most pronounced single-category change, aligns with the post-holiday period, when vehicle-related thefts often spike due to reduced retail footfall and increased car usage in colder weather. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 150%, from 4 to 10 incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal shifts in public activity patterns. Conversely, burglary dropped by 80%, from 5 to 1 incident, potentially linked to holiday-related security measures or reduced opportunities during the post-Christmas lull. Vehicle crime in Kingsteignton was 200% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, highlighting a localised anomaly that warrants attention. For residents, the 216.7% rise in vehicle crime is a specific data point that could inform personal precautions, such as securing vehicles during the day.

Kingsteignton's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 57.3% increase from December's 3.7 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, remains 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes reported each day across Kingsteignton’s 12,774 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents relative to the population. The rise in vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour contrasts with declines in burglary and shoplifting, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns. While the daily crime count is a straightforward metric, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader perspective: it illustrates that, on average, each resident faces a relatively low risk of encountering crime. This balance between local trends and national benchmarks underscores the need to interpret statistics through both immediate and comparative lenses.