Brixham Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Brixham, 5 crimes were reported in March 2025—a rate 35.9% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime for every 200 residents over the course of the month, a figure that, while not negligible, reflects the area's relative safety compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (39 incidents, 42.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (22 incidents, 24.2%). These patterns align with Brixham's character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist areas, where interpersonal conflicts and disruptive behaviour may be more prevalent. The seasonal transition to spring, with its longer evenings and clock changes, likely influenced crime dynamics, though the data shows no significant month-on-month rise in overall risk. Violent crime, while still the largest category, fell by 23.5% compared to February, possibly reflecting the impact of milder weather on outdoor activity and social interactions. Meanwhile, property crimes such as shoplifting and other thefts saw notable increases, with shoplifting rising by 150% to 5 incidents—a figure 56% below the UK average. This suggests that while certain categories are effectively managed, localized vulnerabilities persist, particularly in retail environments. The area's crime profile, therefore, illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in violent crime and relatively strong performance in property-related offences, shaped by both local context and broader seasonal influences.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with shoplifting rising by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and other theft surging by 133% (from 3 to 7). These jumps highlight a shift in criminal activity, possibly linked to seasonal retail activity or changes in local business operations. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 23.5% (from 51 to 39), a decline that may reflect the impact of longer evenings and milder weather reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. Brixham's shoplifting rate was 56% below the UK average, while public order offences were 64% below the national benchmark. This suggests a broader trend of lower risk in categories typically associated with high-traffic areas, though the spike in shoplifting indicates localized vulnerabilities. The 1.0% stability in the overall crime rate compared to February contrasts with these category-level shifts, illustrating the complexity of tracking criminal activity across different offence types.

Brixham's crime rate in March 2025 remained stable at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in February. This consistency suggests no significant monthly fluctuation in criminal activity, though seasonal shifts may still influence patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the town's relatively low overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, the average resident faced a 1-in-200 chance of being directly involved in a reported crime, a ratio that underscores the town's comparative safety. When scaled to Brixham's population of 18,163, this means 91 crimes were reported across a community of roughly 18,000 people—a figure that, while non-zero, reflects a level of risk significantly lower than the UK average. The stability in the rate contrasts with broader UK trends, where seasonal transitions often correlate with spikes in property crimes or public order offences. However, Brixham's data shows a different dynamic, with violent crime remaining the most prevalent category despite a 23.5% month-on-month decline.