Great Torrington Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Great Torrington’s crime profile in May 2024 reveals a near-equal split between property and violent crimes, with both categories accounting for 40.7% and 25.9% of total incidents respectively. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents is 44% below the UK average of 8.4, underscoring its status as a relatively safe built-up area. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category.9 per 1,000 is 33% below the UK average. This divergence may reflect local factors, such as the area’s small population and limited urban density, which could reduce opportunities for violent crime compared to larger cities. Conversely, criminal damage and arson surged to 1.2 per 1,000, 94% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the lower rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings and bank holidays—likely contributed to increased outdoor socialising, which may have influenced both violent and property crime patterns. While the balanced crime mix suggests no single dominant threat, the disproportionate rise in criminal damage highlights a need for targeted interventions. The area’s low overall rate, combined with its unique crime distribution, illustrates a community where most residents face minimal risk. This profile aligns with the characteristics of a small rural or semi-rural built-up area, where crime tends to be less frequent but can be concentrated in particular categories.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 250% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from two to seven incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 66.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from six to two cases, possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in retail activity. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 21.4%.7% of all crimes, outpacing the UK average for this category by 33%. The balance between property and violent crimes remained nearly equal, with 11 each, suggesting a dynamic crime profile where both categories coexist. For residents, the significant increase in criminal damage—now 94% above the UK average—raises questions about local factors, such as targeted vandalism or environmental vulnerabilities. This shift in crime mix highlights the need for community-specific strategies, as the area’s unique profile diverges from national trends in key areas.

Great Torrington’s crime rate in May 2024 fell to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 12.9% decline from the previous month’s 5.4. This drop positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a crime rate 44% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 214 residents. This low frequency suggests that residents face minimal risk compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. The population context further reinforces this safety profile: with 5,783 residents, the small built-up area’s low crime numbers reflect a community where incidents are rare and manageable. While the rate remains stable compared to other months in the series, the contrast between daily and monthly metrics highlights the importance of viewing crime through both short-term and long-term lenses. For residents, the 1-in-214 monthly exposure rate offers a tangible sense of security, though vigilance around specific crime types—like criminal damage—remains necessary.