Crime Rate in Dunkeswell & Otterhead: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dunkeswell & Otterhead

The total recorded crimes in Dunkeswell & Otterhead, East Devon, UK in March 2025 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dunkeswell & Otterhead crime rate of 77.82 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Dunkeswell & Otterhead, encompassing approximately 102 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Burglary: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Dunkeswell & Otterhead Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Manleys Lane with total crimes: 2
  • Tower Way with total crimes: 2
  • Royal Oak Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Dunkeswell & Otterhead?

To understand the safety of Dunkeswell & Otterhead, we need to analyze Dunkeswell & Otterhead crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to East Devon:

    • In 2024, Dunkeswell & Otterhead demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Devon average, with 287 crimes compared to 288.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Dunkeswell & Otterhead witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 29 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dunkeswell & Otterhead experienced a greater number of crimes than the East Devon average, with 206 crimes compared to 17. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Dunkeswell & Otterhead witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Devon, Dunkeswell & Otterhead has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Dunkeswell & Otterhead Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dunkeswell & Otterhead has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 77.82 ranking 20th out of 29 in the East Devon, UK

In 2024, the total Dunkeswell & Otterhead crimes were 287. The crime rate of Dunkeswell & Otterhead in 2024 was 2791.83 (year) or 232.65 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the East Devon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dunkeswell & Otterhead were around 206 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2003.89 (year) or 166.99 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the East Devon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (East Devon)CrimesRank (East Devon)CrimesRank (East Devon)
Exmouth Town63 11,017 18 4
Honiton St Paul's26 10430 822 2
Exmouth Littleham46 3637 21 10
Axminster56 2621 39 3
Broadclyst43 4530 44 6
Trinity6 25207 186 5
Budleigh & Raleigh26 11460 51 16
Cranbrook41 5442 61 15
Ottery St Mary34 6436 7NA NA
Whimple & Rockbeare19 15250 153 7
Honiton St Michael's34 7368 101 11
Feniton2 2959 282 8
Exmouth Brixington28 8315 12NA NA
Woodbury & Lympstone7 21232 172 9
Sidmouth Sidford23 14392 9NA NA
Exmouth Withycombe Raleigh27 9247 16NA NA
Exmouth Halsdon17 16338 11NA NA
Newbridges7 2283 241 12
Coly Valley25 12206 19NA NA
Seaton24 13196 201 13
Sidmouth Town15 17277 141 14
Clyst Valley11 18136 21NA NA
Beer & Branscombe10 19114 22NA NA
Newton Poppleford & Harpford6 2488 23NA NA
West Hill & Aylesbeare7 2348 29NA NA
Sidmouth Rural6 2678 25NA NA
Exe Valley5 2771 26NA NA
Yarty4 2860 27NA NA
Tale Vale1 3028 30NA NA

Dunkeswell & Otterhead Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (2 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20245
April 202412

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 79 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20257
January 20253
December 20248
November 202410
October 20246
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 202413
April 202413

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
August 20241
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
August 20242
July 20244
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20243
July 20242
May 202410
April 20243

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20242

High Crime Locations Dunkeswell & Otterhead in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Dunkeswell & Otterhead postcode area is presented below.

1. Manleys Lane (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
2. Tower Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Royal Oak Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
4. Burnsome Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Long Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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