Teignmouth Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Teignmouth in November 2025 reveals a marked imbalance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for nearly half of all incidents. At 8.1 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 11.0% above the UK average, a disparity that becomes more pronounced when examining specific categories. Violence and sexual offences, which dominate the breakdown at 47.5% of total crimes, are 52% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests a localised concentration of violent incidents that may be influenced by the area’s character as a coastal resort with a mix of permanent residents and seasonal visitors. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also exceed UK averages, potentially reflecting the challenges of managing public spaces during November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping and the onset of colder weather—may contribute to both increased retail crime and the social dynamics that fuel anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp decline in shoplifting (21% below the UK average) and public order offences (79% below the UK rate) indicates that some crime prevention measures, such as increased retail security or community engagement, may be effective in specific contexts. The balance of crimes in Teignmouth thus illustrates a combination of local factors and national trends, with violence and property crimes forming a stark contrast to the UK’s broader distribution of crime types.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 600% increase in burglary cases, rising from one to seven incidents. This spike, combined with a 200% rise in drug-related crimes and a doubling of vehicle crime, points to a significant shift in the crime mix. While shoplifting and public order offences declined, the area’s violent crime rate remains 52% above the UK average, with 58 incidents of violence and sexual offences alone. This stark contrast to the UK’s 2.6 per 1,000 rate for the same category suggests a localised issue that may be linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and increased alcohol consumption during Bonfire Night. The surge in burglary, which is 67% above the UK average, may be partly explained by the area’s coastal location, where transient populations or unsecured properties could contribute to targeted theft. Residents may find the 1-in-123 resident monthly exposure figure particularly relevant, as it highlights the frequency of crime in a relatively small built-up area.

Teignmouth’s crime rate in November 2025 rose to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 22.0% increase from the previous month’s 6.7 per 1,000. This shift places the area 11.0% above the UK average, highlighting a growing divergence from national trends. Daily crime statistics show an average of four reported incidents each day, a figure that, while localised, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 123 residents, a ratio that, when contextualised against the population of 14,983, illustrates the scale of monthly exposure. This figure does not account for variations in reporting habits or seasonal factors, but it provides a concrete snapshot of the area’s crime profile. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate is higher than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes (122) remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. However, the concentration of violent crimes and property offences suggests a need for targeted interventions in specific neighbourhoods or activity hubs.