Okehampton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Okehampton’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 35.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance, while modestly higher than May’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, reflects a broader trend of sustained low crime levels in this built-up area of West Devon. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 58% of all reported crimes (29 incidents), with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This figure, though 5% above the UK average for this category, remains relatively low given the area’s characteristics as a rural commuter hub with limited nightlife infrastructure. Other theft (6 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) followed, with the latter two categories showing marked underperformance relative to the UK average. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as June marks the beginning of the summer tourist season in the West Devon region. While the area’s proximity to natural attractions may drive some increases in crime, the overall crime rate remains significantly below national benchmarks. This suggests that local policing strategies, combined with the area’s demographic profile—characterised by a stable, low-density population—are effectively mitigating risks. The absence of major spikes in property crimes, despite the usual seasonal fluctuations, further reinforces the effectiveness of community-focused crime prevention efforts in this part of Devon.

June 2025 saw a notable reduction in shoplifting, which fell by 33.3% (from 6 to 4 incidents), a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in tourist activity or increased local awareness. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 50% (from 6 to 3 cases), potentially linked to community initiatives or heightened policing during the early summer months. However, two categories showed marked increases: burglary rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), and 'other crime' surged by 100% (from 0 to 3 cases), indicating emerging issues that warrant closer attention. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category (58% of total incidents), though their rate (3.0 per 1,000) was just 5% above the UK average. This nuanced mix of trends highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, where improvements in some areas are offset by new challenges.

Okehampton's crime rate rose by 8.8% in June 2025 compared to the previous month, moving from 4.8 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it underscores the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 2 reported crimes per day, a figure that, while not alarming, reflects the ongoing need for community vigilance. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime remains relatively low for most residents. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against the town’s population of 9,614, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Okehampton’s crime profile, though slightly elevated from May, still sits well below the UK average, highlighting the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining public safety.