Teignmouth Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Teignmouth's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 55% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This sustained safety profile contrasts sharply with national trends, reflecting the built-up area's unique characteristics. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 27.8% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (25.9%) and other theft (14.8%). The seasonal context of September — marked by the return to school and university term beginnings — likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as increased social interaction in public spaces may amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, the low rate of violent crime (0.9 per 1,000) is 67% below the UK average, suggesting that Teignmouth's community cohesion and policing strategies may be effective in mitigating serious offences. The area's coastal location and relatively small population size likely play a role in maintaining these low rates, as rural and semi-rural areas often experience fewer violent crimes compared to densely populated urban centres. However, the rise in shoplifting and other theft highlights vulnerabilities in retail environments during peak times, such as the start of the academic year. These patterns underscore the importance of targeted interventions in high-traffic areas while reinforcing the overall safety of Teignmouth compared to national benchmarks.

September 2023 saw a significant 100% increase in shoplifting, with reported incidents rising from 3 to 6. This spike aligns with the start of the academic term, as students and families return to the area, potentially increasing foot traffic in retail zones. Other theft also rose by 60%, though this category remains well below the UK average (17% below). Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50%, likely due to the seasonal shift towards shorter evenings and reduced outdoor activity. Vehicle crime increased by 50%, possibly linked to changes in parking patterns or the movement of vehicles associated with the new academic year. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common crime type (27.8% of total incidents), but its rate of 1.0 per 1,000 is 25% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the combination of local events and crime patterns, with seasonal transitions playing a key role in shaping monthly trends.

Teignmouth's crime rate in September 2023 remained stable at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, a -1.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.7. This slight decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the transition from summer to autumn typically sees reduced outdoor activity and fewer tourists in the area. Locally, this translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while low, reflects the area's generally safe environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 277 residents, a metric that contextualises the risk in terms of population exposure. This monthly exposure rate is particularly low compared to the UK average, which is not provided in this dataset. The stability in crime rates suggests that Teignmouth's community policing efforts and local initiatives may be maintaining a consistent level of safety, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis. The population of 14,983 further underscores the relatively low frequency of crime, with each resident facing a minimal statistical risk compared to larger urban centres.