Brixham Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brixham's overall crime rate in January 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.8% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This marked improvement, consistent with seasonal patterns typical of a coastal built-up area, reflects a combination of reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours influencing crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 52.3% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.5 per 1,000—identical to the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 59% below the national figure, potentially linked to Brixham's relatively tight-knit community structure and low population density. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday lull and minimal outdoor activity—likely contributed to the subdued levels of property crime, though this was offset by notable increases in burglary and vehicle crime. These trends may be influenced by the area's proximity to Torbay's coastal routes, where vehicle-related offences often rise during colder months. The data also highlights Brixham's underperformance in drug-related crime, which was 15% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted local interventions. Overall, the month's figures illustrate a combination of geographic factors and seasonal rhythms, with Brixham maintaining a crime profile significantly lower than national benchmarks despite localized spikes in specific categories.

January 2025 saw notable spikes in burglary and vehicle crime, with both categories doubling compared to December. This surge—burglary rising by 300% and vehicle crime by 100%—contrasts with substantial declines in public order offences (down 75%) and other crime (down 66.7%). These shifts suggest seasonal influences, as post-holiday periods typically see reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, potentially affecting crime patterns. The area's performance against UK averages reveals striking disparities: anti-social behaviour in Brixham is 59% below the national rate, while drugs-related crime is 15% higher. Violent crimes, however, align precisely with UK figures at 2.5 per 1,000, illustrating a balance between local challenges and broader trends. For residents, the sharp rise in burglary—now 4 incidents compared to 1 in December—may prompt renewed focus on home security measures, particularly as the month's data highlights a clear increase in property-related offences.

Brixham's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 10.3% compared to December 2024, moving from 4.3 to 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes reported each day in January, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 211 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Brixham compared to broader UK trends. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to national data, highlights the manageable scale of crime in a built-up area within Torbay. The population context—18,163 residents—further illustrates how crime rates are distributed across a community of this size, where even small absolute numbers can translate to meaningful local impacts. The contrast between Brixham's figures and UK averages, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, suggests a unique local environment where certain crime types are underrepresented.