Torridge Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 69,841, Torridge recorded 352 crimes in July 2025, equating to a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 41.9% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, a gap that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (39.8% of total), anti-social behaviour (19.6%), and public order offences (9.7%). These patterns align with Torridge’s likely character as a mix of rural and coastal communities, where seasonal factors such as summer festivals and tourist activity may drive interpersonal conflicts and public disorder. The lower-than-average rates of property crime—particularly shoplifting (54% below UK average) and burglary (63% below)—suggest that local retail environments and housing stock may be less prone to theft, due to lower population density or community vigilance. Violent crime, while accounting for nearly 40% of all incidents, remains significantly below national levels, which may reflect Torridge’s smaller urban centres and strong community ties. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, school holidays, and festivals—likely contributed to fluctuations in crime types, with public order and anti-social behaviour rising in line with increased visitor numbers. However, the absence of a sharp spike in property crime during this period suggests that local initiatives or geographical factors may be mitigating risks typically associated with summer activity.

July 2025 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+100.0%) and shoplifting (+90.0%), likely linked to summer festivals and extended retail hours. Public order offences also rose by 47.8%, possibly due to higher foot traffic during peak tourism season. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 75.0%, a drop that may reflect improved lighting or security measures in high-traffic areas. Violent crime remained significantly below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.0 per 1,000 (34% below the UK rate of 3.0). Anti-social behaviour also lagged the UK average by 35%, suggesting effective community policing in Torridge’s smaller urban centres. Shoplifting rates are 54% below the UK average, which may indicate that local retailers are successfully deterring theft through staff presence or surveillance.

In July 2025, Torridge’s crime rate rose 7.0% from 4.7 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents compared to June. This increase, though modest, aligns with typical seasonal patterns in coastal and rural areas during summer, when tourism and festivals may elevate local activity. On a daily basis, 11 crimes were reported over 31 days, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 198 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which suggests Torridge’s policing strategies or demographic profile may be contributing to sustained safety. With a population of 69,841, the 352 total crimes represent a manageable volume compared to similar-sized areas, particularly given the region’s likely mix of rural landscapes and smaller urban centres. The absence of a sharp spike in property crime—despite the summer season—may reflect lower population density or effective community engagement in crime prevention.