Teignmouth Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2025, Teignmouth’s crime rate stood at 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 12.3% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure translates to a relatively low risk for residents, with the likelihood of encountering a crime being approximately one in every 141 people over the course of the month. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 45.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.1%) and shoplifting (11.3%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a coastal town, where tourism begins to ramp up in the summer months. The seasonal context likely contributes to the rise in shoplifting and public order offences, as visitors may be more inclined to engage in such activities during peak tourist periods. However, the overall rate remains below the UK average, suggesting that local policing and community initiatives may be effective in mitigating criminal activity. The dominance of violent crimes, despite the lower overall rate, indicates a need for targeted interventions in this category. Meanwhile, the relatively low incidence of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and other theft (0.4 per 1,000) reflects the area’s secure environment, particularly in residential zones. The combination of these factors illustrates a community where crime is present but managed, with seasonal fluctuations playing a key role in shaping the monthly profile.

June 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting increasing by 71.4% compared to the previous month, a jump from seven to twelve incidents. This surge may reflect the start of the summer tourist season, which typically sees higher foot traffic in retail areas. Concurrently, drug-related offences rose by 200%, from one to three incidents, marking a stark increase that could indicate changes in local drug use dynamics or enforcement efforts. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported in June compared to none in May, suggesting a potential rise in targeted criminal activity. In contrast, anti-social behaviour decreased by 38.5%, from 26 to 16 cases, linked to improved community engagement or seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (45.3% of all crimes), remained 12% above the UK average, a figure that contrasts with the overall rate’s position below the national benchmark.

Teignmouth’s crime rate in June 2025 dropped by 4.6% compared to the previous month, settling at 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months. below the UK average. On a daily basis, residents can expect roughly four reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the local community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 141 residents, a statistic that provides a tangible measure of monthly exposure. This ratio, while low, underscores the relatively safe environment in Teignmouth compared to the national average. The population context further highlights that the crime rate is distributed across 14,983 residents, meaning the risk per individual remains minimal. However, the distribution of crime types—particularly the rise in drug-related offences—suggests that certain vulnerabilities may persist even as the overall rate declines.