Great Torrington Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Great Torrington, 6.6 crimes were reported in September 2025 — a figure 10.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This rate translates to roughly one reported crime for every 152 residents over the course of the month, a measure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (42.1% of total), shoplifting (29.0%), and anti-social behaviour (18.4%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal rhythm, as September marks the return of students to local schools and universities, likely contributing to increased foot traffic in retail areas and heightened social activity in public spaces. The rise in shoplifting, which was 211% above the UK average, may be linked to the influx of new residents unfamiliar with local stores or the timing of back-to-school shopping. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of criminal damage and arson (25% below the UK average) suggests fewer incidents of property-related crime, possibly due to the area’s smaller scale and tighter community oversight. The balance between violent and property crime also shifts slightly, with violent crime accounting for a larger share than usual — a trend that may reflect the seasonal dynamics of social interactions in the area. These figures, while modest in absolute terms, underscore the importance of understanding how crime patterns intersect with local demographics and seasonal transitions.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 450% increase in shoplifting compared to the previous month, with the number of such incidents rising from 2 to 11. This surge, which places shoplifting 211% above the UK average, may be partly explained by the influx of students and new residents during the back-to-school period, creating opportunities for opportunistic theft. Public order offences also doubled, with one incident reported — a 100% increase from zero in August — a shift that could reflect the increased social activity associated with university freshers’ week. Anti-social behaviour rose by 16.7%, from 6 to 7 incidents, a relatively modest but notable change that may be linked to the same seasonal factors. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped sharply by 75%, from 8 to 2 incidents, a decline that contrasts with the UK average and may be attributed to the reduced outdoor activity typical of September’s shorter evenings. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 5.9%, from 17 to 16, a small but consistent reduction that could indicate the effectiveness of local policing efforts or the natural fluctuation of such crimes. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Great Torrington, where specific categories are highly sensitive to seasonal and demographic shifts.

The crime rate in Great Torrington for September 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) represents an 8.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.1 per 1,000, a shift that underscores the volatility of monthly crime figures. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day — a figure that, while low, is a local metric without a direct UK-wide equivalent. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents, a monthly exposure that contextualises the risk for someone living in the area. When scaled to the population of 5,783, this translates to a relatively low probability of encountering crime, though specific categories like shoplifting and violence remain areas of concern. The comparison to the UK average reveals both strengths and vulnerabilities: while the overall rate is 10.8% below the national figure, certain crimes — shoplifting and public order offences — are significantly higher than the UK average. This contrast highlights the importance of understanding local crime dynamics, as Great Torrington’s profile differs from larger urban centres where shoplifting and public disorder are more prevalent. The population-scaled perspective also suggests that the area’s smaller size and community-focused policing may contribute to its generally lower crime rate, though targeted efforts may still be needed to address the specific categories that exceed UK norms.