Teignmouth Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Teignmouth’s crime rate for October 2024 stands at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, mirroring the UK average exactly. This parity masks a complex picture of crime distribution, where local patterns diverge from national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 38.8% of all incidents, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000—16% above the UK average. This may be attributed to the area’s status as a coastal resort, where seasonal tourism and transient populations could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, at 1.5 per 1,000, also 16% above the UK figure, linked to the same factors. The third most common crime is criminal damage and arson, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000—over 100% above the UK average. This could indicate challenges related to property management or community cohesion in specific areas. October’s seasonal context, including the clocks going back and Halloween, likely amplifies these trends, as darker evenings and festive activities may create conditions conducive to anti-social behaviour and property crime. Meanwhile, categories such as vehicle crime and public order offences fall below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or demographic differences. The balance of crime types reflects a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where tourism and local events play a significant role in shaping monthly statistics.

October saw a dramatic 200% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 4 to 12. This surge may be linked to Halloween and the start of the holiday season, which typically boosts retail activity and associated theft. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 64.3%, potentially driven by darker evenings and increased social gatherings in the town’s public spaces. Violent crimes in Teignmouth (3.1 per 1,000) are 16% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could reflect the area’s coastal tourism and seasonal influx of visitors. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 66.7%, due to reduced foot traffic in parking areas during October. Public order offences, meanwhile, dropped by 61.5%, a decline that may align with local efforts to manage crowds or seasonal events. These shifts highlight the volatility of crime patterns in response to both environmental and temporal factors.

Teignmouth’s crime rate in October 2024 (8.1 per 1,000 residents) aligns precisely with the UK average, yet the composition of crime reveals distinct local patterns. The previous month’s rate was 6.5 per 1,000, reflecting a 23.5% increase, a shift that may be tied to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately four reported crimes per day—a figure that, while consistent with other built-up areas, highlights the need for vigilance during peak hours. Over the course of the month, one in every 124 residents faced a reported crime, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the impact of localised incidents. This figure, though seemingly low, contrasts with the UK average when considering categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, which are higher in Teignmouth. The population context further illustrates that while the overall rate matches the national picture, the distribution of crime types suggests a unique interplay between tourism, local events, and community dynamics.