Brixham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brixham's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 29.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.2. This figure places the built-up area within Torbay among the safer regions in the country, a pattern that has persisted despite the summer season, which typically sees increased activity in coastal communities. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34% of all incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at 24.5% and criminal damage and arson at 15.1%. These statistics align with the area's profile as a tourist destination, where seasonal fluctuations in foot traffic may influence both the frequency and nature of criminal activity. The lower-than-average rate of violence and sexual offences—2.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 2.8—suggests effective community policing or environmental factors that deter such crimes. However, the UK average for criminal damage and arson is 0.6 per 1,000, yet Brixham's rate of 0.9 per 1,000 indicates a 48% increase in this category. This could be linked to the area's coastal infrastructure, where vandalism or arson may be more prevalent during the summer months when maintenance and oversight might be less intensive. The overall crime picture for June reflects a balance between persistent challenges and areas of improvement, with the stable rate and reduced violent crime offering a cautiously optimistic outlook for the coming months.

June 2024 saw a 25% reduction in violence and sexual offences, with 36 incidents reported compared to 48 in May. This decline, while significant, contrasts with a 75% rise in vehicle crime, which increased from four to seven incidents. The most notable spike was in possession of weapons, which rose by 100% following zero reports in May. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and localized incidents. Anti-social behaviour remained steady at 26 cases, maintaining its position as the second most common crime category. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.8 per 1,000, yet Brixham's rate of 2.0 per 1,000 remains 28% below this benchmark. This discrepancy may partly reflect the area's coastal character, where community engagement and local policing efforts could contribute to lower rates of violent crime.

Brixham's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in May. This consistency suggests no significant month-on-month fluctuation in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with local patterns observed during summer months when tourism begins to rise. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one crime per roughly 171 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This context is particularly relevant for residents and visitors, as it provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in Brixham. The absence of a marked increase or decrease from the previous month highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of trends that may emerge during the peak of the tourist season.