Okehampton Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type in Okehampton during October 2025, accounted for 43.5% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents—17% above the UK average. This stark contrast with the 168% surge in criminal damage and arson, which rose to 1.5 per 1,000 residents, highlights a marked shift in the area’s crime profile. While anti-social behaviour and public order offences remained below UK averages, the sharp increase in property-related damage raises questions about seasonal factors. October, with its shorter evenings and Halloween festivities, may have contributed to heightened incidents in public spaces. The overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents, 6.5% below the UK average, suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national picture, though the disparity in crime types indicates localized pressures. The town’s built-up character within West Devon—a rural area with a small population—likely influences crime patterns, where property damage may be linked to transient populations or seasonal events. The balance between violent and property crimes, with 43.5% and 20.3% respectively, reflects a mix of urban and rural dynamics, where community-focused policing may intersect with broader regional trends. The seasonal context of October, marked by reduced daylight and increased social gatherings, may also play a role in the fluctuations observed.

Criminal damage and arson saw an 180% increase month-on-month, jumping from 5 to 14 incidents—a significant deviation from the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000 residents. This surge, paired with a 200% rise in other theft cases, contrasts sharply with the 66.7% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 3 to 1. The shift in crime mix suggests a move away from property-related offences toward more disruptive acts, such as vandalism. Violence and sexual offences. compared to September, remain above the UK average, with 30 incidents recorded. This category’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents—17% higher than the UK’s 2.7—raises questions about localized factors, such as increased social interactions during the Halloween period. For residents, the 1-in-139 monthly exposure to crime offers a tangible measure of risk. below the UK average. The 100% increase in burglary cases from 0 to 2 incidents is another anomaly, potentially linked to seasonal changes in property occupancy or heightened awareness among residents.

Okehampton’s crime rate in October 2025 rose 23.4% from the previous month’s 5.8 per 1,000 residents. below the UK average. This increase, while notable, is tempered by the town’s low daily crime count of approximately 2 incidents per day—a figure that underscores its relatively safe environment compared to larger urban areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 139 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK’s broader population-scaled averages. The 23.4% monthly increase, however, suggests a need for vigilance, particularly in addressing the sharp rise in property damage and arson. The town’s small population of 9,614 residents further contextualizes these figures, as the absolute number of crimes (69) is modest when compared to the scale of larger cities. This population-scaled perspective highlights how Okehampton’s crime profile, while showing upward trends, remains distinct from the national landscape, where higher-density areas typically see more frequent incidents. The contrast between the town’s low daily crime rate and the UK’s higher averages reinforces the unique character of Okehampton as a rural built-up area, where community policing and localized factors may play a more pronounced role in shaping crime trends.