Tavistock Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tavistock’s November 2024 crime profile reveals a distinct mix of offence types that diverges from the UK average, offering insights into the area’s unique social and environmental dynamics. The overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 28.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may be attributed to Tavistock’s status as a smaller, built-up area within West Devon. The breakdown of crimes highlights a pronounced emphasis on violent and sexual offences, which account for 44.9% of all incidents—significantly higher than the UK average of 35.5% (based on the given data). This overrepresentation of violence contrasts with the UK profile, where property crimes typically dominate. Anti-social behaviour, while contributing 21.7% of incidents, is slightly above the UK average (1.1 per 1,000 vs. 1.2 per 1,000), suggesting localized challenges in managing community disorder. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night, likely amplifies certain crime patterns, such as the sharp decline in shoplifting (71.4% drop) and the increase in 'other crime' incidents. This shift could indicate that the area’s retail landscape, while less targeted for theft, may face other unclassified challenges during the month. The relatively low property crime rates—particularly burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000)—suggest that Tavistock’s compact, more surveilled environment may deter such offences compared to larger urban areas. However, the rise in 'other crime' and the spike in theft from the person (from 0 to 1) may reflect the impact of transient populations or unmonitored activities during November’s festive and commercial events. These patterns collectively illustrate an area where community cohesion and localized policing efforts may mitigate some risks, while seasonal and economic factors introduce new challenges.

November 2024 saw a 150% surge in 'other crime' incidents, rising from 2 to 5, a spike that could reflect seasonal activities or unclassified incidents. Conversely, shoplifting and public order offences fell sharply, with shoplifting dropping by 71.4% (from 7 to 2) and public order incidents declining by two-thirds (from 3 to 1). These shifts highlight the volatility of specific crime categories during the month. Violence and sexual offences, making up 44.9% of all crimes, remain significantly below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000 vs. 2.6 per 1,000 UK rate), though anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 8% above the UK average (1.1 per 1,000). For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person—from 0 to 1—may signal a need for heightened vigilance in public spaces, particularly around the Black Friday shopping period. This contrast between rising 'other crime' and falling property-related offences suggests a combination of local factors, such as the timing of Bonfire Night and the impact of darker evenings on different crime types.

Tavistock’s November 2024 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 15% increase from the previous month’s 4.7 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area’s generally low crime profile. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 186 residents, illustrating the relatively sparse distribution of incidents across the population. This context is crucial for residents assessing risk: while the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the 15% month-on-month rise suggests a need for continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that even with the increase, Tavistock’s crime burden is still significantly lighter than the national average, with 28.9% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents. This contrast underscores the area’s unique characteristics, such as its smaller, more tightly knit community structure, which may contribute to lower rates of property crimes and violent incidents compared to larger urban centres.