Teignmouth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 saw Teignmouth's crime rate reach 7.6 per 1,000 residents — 6.2% below the UK average of 8.1 — marking a rare month where the area outperformed national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 46.5% of all incidents (53 cases), significantly above the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. This contrasts with the UK's typical 22% share for this category, suggesting local factors may amplify such crimes. Public order offences, though less frequent than violence, surged to 1.0 per 1,000 — 72% above the UK average — a stark anomaly in an area typically associated with coastal tourism and quieter community life. Anti-social behaviour, however, dropped sharply to 0.7 per 1,000, 52% below the UK average, reflecting potential seasonal shifts in community activity patterns. August's peak holiday season likely influenced these trends: increased foot traffic in tourist areas may have heightened opportunities for public order incidents, while summer vacancies could have left properties more exposed to burglary. The overall crime rate, though stable compared to July, illustrates a combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms. Teignmouth's coastal location and reliance on tourism likely shape these patterns, with holidaymakers and residents interacting in ways that both challenge and test local policing strategies.

August 2025 witnessed dramatic month-on-month shifts in crime types, with public order offences rising 114.3% (7 to 15 cases) — a jump that outpaced all other categories. This surge, coupled with a 200% increase in drug-related incidents (1 to 3 cases), raises questions about temporary factors influencing behaviour during the summer peak. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell sharply by 63% (27 to 10 cases), possibly linked to reduced summer events or increased community engagement. The category most diverging from UK norms was public order offences, which hit 1.0 per 1,000 — 72% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast suggests Teignmouth's unique environment, with its mix of tourist hotspots and residential areas, may amplify such incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other thefts both dipped below UK averages — shoplifting by 21% (0.5 vs 0.6 per 1,000) and other theft by 2% (0.5 vs 0.5 per 1,000). Vehicle crime plummeted 74% (2 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect improved parking security measures or fewer vehicles on the road during August. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the need for vigilance in public spaces, particularly during late evenings when public order incidents are most likely to occur.

Teignmouth's crime rate remained stable at 7.6 per 1,000 in August 2025, matching the same figure recorded in July. This consistency, despite significant month-on-month fluctuations in specific categories, highlights the area's relative stability compared to broader UK trends. On a daily basis, 4 crimes were reported per day — a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the area's small population of 14,983. Over the course of the month, this translated to 1 reported crime for every 131 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many urban centres. When scaled to the population, the 7.6 per 1,000 rate means that, on average, a resident would face a 1-in-131 chance of being directly affected by crime in August. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local families, offering context that crime remains relatively rare in daily life. However, the sharp increases in public order and drug-related offences suggest that certain micro-areas — perhaps near tourist attractions or late-night venues — experience disproportionate risks. The comparison with the UK average further underscores Teignmouth's distinct profile: while violence and sexual offences exceed national norms, property crimes like vehicle theft fall well below the UK average, illustrating the area's unique balance between community safety and specific vulnerabilities.