Kingsteignton Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Kingsteignton’s crime picture in July 2024, making up 48% of all reported crimes—significantly higher than the 33% UK average for this category. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents is 53.6% below the UK average of 8.4, reflecting a consistently lower level of criminal activity in this built-up area within Teignbridge. While violent crimes remain the most prevalent category, the mix of offences shows a broader pattern: anti-social behaviour and criminal damage account for 14% and 8% respectively, but both are well below UK averages. This contrast with the national picture may partly explain the area’s relatively low overall rate, as property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting are particularly rare here, with shoplifting incidents down 71.4% from the previous month. July, a peak summer month with festivals and extended daylight, likely contributes to increased foot traffic and social interactions, which could explain the elevated share of violent crimes compared to other categories. However, the area’s lower population density and more dispersed residential layout may also reduce opportunities for property crimes, aligning with the sharp underperformance of shoplifting and burglary relative to UK averages. The seasonal context—schools out, tourism high—adds complexity, but the data suggests a unique local dynamic where interpersonal conflicts, rather than theft or vandalism, dominate the crime profile.

July 2024 saw a sharp 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 4 incidents—a jump that could reflect heightened illicit activity during summer festivals or changes in enforcement patterns. Meanwhile, violent crimes rose by 9.1% month-on-month, driven by a 2-incident increase in violence and sexual offences, which now account for nearly half of all crimes. This contrasts with steep declines in shoplifting (71.4% drop) and criminal damage and arson (63.6% drop), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity or targeted policing efforts. Drugs remain the only category in Kingsteignton that exceeds the UK average, with a 36% higher rate than the national figure of 0.2 per 1,000. For residents, the 100% rise in drug crimes may signal a need for community awareness around local events, though this category remains relatively low compared to other areas. The violent crime rate, at 1.9 per 1,000, is 33% below the UK average, suggesting that while incidents are rising, they remain proportionally lower than expected for a town with similar demographic characteristics.

Kingsteignton’s crime rate in July 2024 (3.9 per 1,000) represents an 18.2% decline from June’s 4.8 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day over the month, a figure that would be familiar to residents as a manageable but persistent local concern. Monthly, the 1-in-255 resident exposure rate underscores that most individuals remain unaffected by crime, though the 24 violent offences reported may raise awareness about safety in public spaces. Compared to the UK average, Kingsteignton’s crime rate remains exceptionally low, with property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting performing far below national benchmarks. This disparity could be attributed to the area’s smaller population and more dispersed layout, which may limit opportunities for theft. The 12,774 residents in Kingsteignton also benefit from a crime profile that skews heavily towards interpersonal conflicts rather than property loss, a balance that contrasts with many larger urban centres. While the rise in drug-related crimes is notable, the overall context remains one of relative safety, with the area’s crime rate continuing to outperform the UK average by over 50%.