Kingsteignton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Kingsteignton’s overall crime rate stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that placed it 45.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This marked divergence underscores the area’s unique profile, shaped by its status as a built-up district within Teignbridge, where urban density and local initiatives may contribute to lower crime rates. The crime breakdown revealed a stark imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 51.8% of all incidents—29 in total—compared to just 10 property-related crimes. This dominance of violent crime over property crime is noteworthy, as it contrasts with many urban areas where property crimes often dominate. The seasonal context of June, with its extended daylight hours and the onset of summer tourism, may have influenced local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, occurred at 16.1% of the total, significantly below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This suggests that community-focused policing or social cohesion efforts may be effective in this area. However, the relatively high proportion of violent crime raises questions about underlying factors, such as socioeconomic conditions or local demographics, which could warrant further analysis. The data also highlights a consistent pattern of lower-than-average rates for most crime categories, with the exception of 'other crime,' which was 25% above the UK average. These anomalies, while small in scale, may reflect niche issues or reporting discrepancies that require closer examination.

June 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with drugs-related offences and other crime categories doubling compared to May, while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage fell by 40% and 20% respectively. This divergence in trends suggests a combination of seasonal factors and localized pressures. Violent crime, which accounted for 51.8% of all incidents, remained lower than the UK average, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000—20% below the national figure. This contrast may indicate effective local interventions or demographic characteristics that reduce exposure to violent crime. Meanwhile, the sharp rise in drugs-related offences—up 100% from zero to two incidents—raises questions about emerging challenges from the data alone. Residents may find the 100% increase in possession of weapons particularly noteworthy, as this category was 25% above the UK average, highlighting a small but significant anomaly in local crime dynamics.

Kingsteignton’s crime rate in June 2025 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.5. This slight decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as June marks the beginning of summer when outdoor activity increases and community engagement may contribute to a perceived sense of safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, remains relevant for local awareness. When scaled to the population of 12,774, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 228 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This monthly aggregate suggests that, for most residents, the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal, though targeted vigilance in specific areas—such as those with higher concentrations of violent crime—remains important. The comparison to the UK average also highlights the area’s distinct profile, with violent crime rates significantly lower than the national benchmark, potentially reflecting local factors like community policing or demographic characteristics.