Brixham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Brixham's crime profile in January 2026 reveals a strikingly low overall rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 33.8% below the UK average. This statistic, combined with the area's coastal geography, suggests that local factors such as seasonal tourism patterns and community policing may contribute to the sustained safety record. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 54.9% of all crimes, a proportion consistent with the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. This dominance of violent crime, despite Brixham's smaller population and coastal location, may reflect the town's role as a regional hub with mixed residential and commercial zones. Property crime, while lower than violent crime, showed notable variations: criminal damage and arson (11.0% of total crimes) aligned with the UK average, whereas other theft (7.3%) and anti-social behaviour (6.1%) fell significantly below national benchmarks. The post-holiday season in January, with its reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, likely contributed to the lower incidence of outdoor crimes, though this seasonal context may not fully explain the high proportion of violent incidents. These patterns highlight the need for targeted strategies addressing both community safety and the specific challenges posed by Brixham's built-up coastal environment.

January 2026 saw a 300% surge in burglary incidents, rising from 1 to 4 cases. This sharp increase, while concerning, contrasts with a 66.7% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 3 to 1. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 28.6%, decreasing from 7 to 5 incidents. These shifts highlight a combination of property crime trends and community-focused policing efforts. Violent crimes remained consistent with the UK average, at 2.5 per 1,000, despite a 6.4% monthly rise in overall crime rates. Other theft and anti-social behaviour fell significantly below UK averages by 35% and 68% respectively, suggesting effective local strategies in reducing these categories. Residents may find the 66.7% reduction in vehicle crime particularly reassuring, as it indicates a marked improvement in securing parked vehicles during the post-holiday period.

Brixham's crime rate in January 2026 rose slightly to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 6.4% increase from the previous month's 4.2 per 1,000. This monthly change reflects a modest upward trend. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 3 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during specific periods. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 222 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Brixham among the safer built-up areas in the UK. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 18,163, suggests that most residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime, though the increase in burglary may signal emerging vulnerabilities requiring attention.