Brixham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Brixham's crime rate in February 2026 remained 20.3% below the UK average at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a testament to the area's generally low crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.6% of all reported crimes (41 cases), the highest category by volume, though this rate (2.3 per 1,000) was 1% below the UK average. Property crimes followed closely, with 36 incidents (20% of total) driven largely by burglary (12 cases, 0.7 per 1,000) and other theft (9 cases). This 0.7 per 1,000 burglary rate, though 180% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, remains relatively low given Brixham's built-up area status within Torbay. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—may contribute to the dominance of indoor-focused crimes like burglary and anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp increase in burglary (200% month-on-month) and the emergence of shoplifting (6 cases) suggest vulnerabilities that could be exacerbated by the pre-spring lull in tourism and retail activity. While violent crime rates decreased slightly, the overall profile illustrates a balance between persistent low-level issues and emerging challenges requiring localised attention.

February 2026 saw a stark rise in burglary, with cases jumping from 4 to 12—a 200% increase. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000 (Brixham's rate was 0.7 per 1,000), demands scrutiny. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, doubling from 5 to 11 incidents, a 120% increase that may reflect seasonal factors or unaddressed community tensions. Shoplifting, previously absent in January, emerged with 6 cases—a 100% increase—suggesting potential vulnerabilities in retail security. Violent crimes decreased by 8.9% (from 45 to 41), remaining 1% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. This contrast between property and violent crime trends highlights a shift in criminal activity patterns, with property-related offences dominating the month's concerns.

Brixham's crime rate in February 2026 rose to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.4% increase from the previous month's 4.5 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, reflects a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that, while low in absolute terms, underscores the need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 197 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the community. With a population of 18,163, this ratio places Brixham 20.3% below the UK average, a distinction that highlights both the area's relative safety and the importance of addressing emerging trends. The rise in specific categories, such as burglary and anti-social behaviour, suggests a need for targeted local measures without overgeneralising the broader picture.