Okehampton Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Okehampton maintain a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure represents a 42.1% deficit compared to national levels, highlighting the area's consistently lower crime profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 21.4% and shoplifting at 11.9%. These patterns align with the built-up area's characteristics, where retail and community hubs may contribute to higher rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. Seasonal factors in November—such as the lead-up to Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely influenced these trends. For instance, shoplifting's sharp rise could be tied to increased foot traffic during Black Friday promotions, while the decline in public order offences might reflect reduced outdoor activity as evenings grow darker. The overall crime rate remains well below UK averages, suggesting that Okehampton's community policing efforts and local infrastructure may be effective in mitigating crime, though the seasonal spike in shoplifting indicates areas for targeted intervention.

November 2024 marked a notable shift in Okehampton's crime profile, with shoplifting surging by 100% compared to October, rising from zero to five incidents. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, may signal heightened retail activity linked to Black Friday promotions. Conversely, public order offences fell by 57.1%, and criminal damage and arson dropped by 83.3%, likely due to reduced outdoor gatherings as temperatures declined. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, but their rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents was 34% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in addressing violent crime. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 43.8%.9 per 1,000 still lagged 19% behind the UK average. 'other crime'—a broad category encompassing unclassified incidents—rose by 50%, reaching 0.3 per 1,000 residents, a rate 76% above the UK average. This anomaly may warrant closer examination, as it could reflect underreporting or evolving crime patterns not fully captured by standard categories. For residents, the sharp rise in shoplifting offers a practical insight: local retailers may benefit from enhanced surveillance during peak shopping periods.

Okehampton's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 39.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a marked improvement in public safety over the past 30 days. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 229 residents. This ratio provides context for local residents: over the course of November, the likelihood of encountering a crime was approximately 0.44%, significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective underscores Okehampton's relative safety, with its crime rate remaining 42.1% below national levels. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, where the area's rate is 34% below the UK average. However, the 76% above-average rate for 'other crime' highlights a potential gap in data categorisation or local crime dynamics. For residents, the 39.1% monthly decline offers reassurance that recent measures—whether community initiatives or policing strategies—may be yielding tangible results, though the anomaly in 'other crime' warrants further scrutiny to ensure all incidents are accurately classified and addressed.