Tavistock Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 12,838 residents, Tavistock's 69 reported crimes in July 2025 equate to 5.4 crimes per 1,000 people—significantly below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This places the area 37.2% below the national benchmark, reflecting a consistently lower crime environment. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 47.8% of all incidents (33 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (12 cases, 17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases, 8.7%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of July, a peak summer month marked by increased tourism, festivals, and outdoor events. The town's built-up area within West Devon likely contributes to the high proportion of violent crimes, as summer nights in such areas often see higher foot traffic and social gatherings. However, the data also highlights stark contrasts with the UK average: anti-social behaviour in Tavistock is 42% below the national rate, while vehicle crime is 23% lower. This may reflect a combination of local policing strategies, community engagement, or the absence of certain high-risk environments like major transport hubs or dense urban centres. The relatively low burglary and shoplifting rates (1.5% and 1.5% of total crimes, respectively) further suggest that Tavistock's compact, possibly more closely monitored built-up area may deter property-related offences. While the month-on-month increase in crime rates warrants attention, the overall picture remains one of relative safety compared to the UK average, with specific crime categories showing both resilience and vulnerability to seasonal fluctuations.

July 2025 saw a 200% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from four to 12 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% jump in public order offences (from two to six), suggests heightened community tensions or increased activity in public spaces during the summer. Vehicle crime also doubled, with four reported incidents compared to zero in June, potentially linked to seasonal changes in parking patterns or increased vehicle presence. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 75% (from four to one), and burglary dropped by 66.7% (from three to one), possibly due to heightened local awareness or seasonal tourism dynamics. Violence and sexual offences remained 14% below the UK average, with 33 incidents recorded (2.6 per 1,000 residents), illustrating a persistent trend in this category. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local events and crime patterns.

Tavistock's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 35.3% compared to the previous month, climbing from 4.0 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, still places the area 37.2% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly two crimes reported each day over the 31-day period, or one crime for every 186 residents over the course of the month. For a town of 12,838 people, this means residents face a relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives, though the upward trend suggests ongoing vigilance. The shift from 4.0 to 5.4 per 1,000 highlights a month-on-month fluctuation that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during peak tourism periods or the influence of summer festivals. However, the rate remains comfortably below the UK average, indicating that Tavistock's overall crime environment remains significantly less volatile than the national picture.