Okehampton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Okehampton’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.1% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marks a continuation of the area’s consistently low crime profile, which contrasts sharply with national trends. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 27.0% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (24.3%) and criminal damage and arson (13.5%). These figures suggest a community profile where public order issues dominate over property crimes, a pattern often seen in smaller built-up areas with strong local networks. Seasonal factors may have played a role, as June marks the beginning of the summer season, typically linked to increased foot traffic in retail and leisure spaces. However, the data shows no significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime, which are common in tourist-heavy regions during peak season. The rate of anti-social behaviour in Okehampton (1.0 per 1,000) is 32% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s character as a relatively quiet commuter town with limited nightlife. The lower incidence of violent crime (0.9 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (2.9 per 1,000) further reinforces this trend, likely influenced by the town’s demographic makeup and proximity to natural landscapes that may deter certain types of crime. These patterns align with Okehampton’s role as a rural-adjacent hub, where community cohesion and limited urban density contribute to a safer environment.

June 2023 saw notable reductions in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 60% compared to the previous month, from 25 incidents to 10. This decline may reflect the impact of seasonal changes, as longer daylight hours and warmer weather often correlate with reduced disorderly conduct in smaller communities. Shoplifting also decreased by 33.3%, dropping from six to four incidents, a trend that could be linked to heightened police visibility during the summer months. However, three categories saw increases: other crime (up 100% from zero to two incidents), bicycle theft (up 100% from zero to one), and possession of weapons (up 100% from zero to one). These spikes, though modest in absolute terms, highlight emerging concerns that warrant closer monitoring. The rate of other theft fell sharply by 75%, from four to one incident, suggesting potential improvements in local security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour remains significantly below the UK average (1.0 per 1,000 vs. 1.5 per 1,000), while violence and sexual offences (0.9 per 1,000) are 69% below the national rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Okehampton’s position as a safer area relative to the UK, particularly in categories that often dominate urban crime statistics.

Okehampton’s crime rate in June 2023 (3.9 per 1,000) represented a 31.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000, illustrating a marked improvement in local safety metrics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while modest, provides a tangible reference point for residents. When scaled to the population of 9,614, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 260 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of criminal activity in the area. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which is not explicitly provided here but is contextually implied by the 54.1% gap between Okehampton’s rate and the national figure. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that the likelihood of any given resident being directly affected by crime is minimal, reinforcing the town’s status as a low-risk environment. These figures are particularly noteworthy when compared to larger urban centres, where crime rates often exceed 10 per 1,000. The combination of a declining trend and consistently low rates suggests that Okehampton’s community may be benefiting from effective local policing strategies or a naturally low-crime demographic profile.