Crime Rate in Teignmouth Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Teignmouth Central

The total recorded crimes in Teignmouth Central, Teignbridge, UK in July 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Teignmouth Central crime rate of 1.96 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 Teignmouth Central, encompassing approximately 10,732 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-18.18% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Teignmouth Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Coombe Vale Road with total crimes: 3
  • Clay Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Grenville Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Teignmouth Central?

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

  • Relative to Teignbridge:

    • In 2024, Teignmouth Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Teignbridge average, with 213 crimes compared to 355.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Teignmouth Central recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 23 other areas in the Teignbridge.

    • In 2023, Teignmouth Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Teignbridge average, with 11 crimes compared to 6. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Teignmouth Central witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 9 other areas in the Teignbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Teignbridge, Teignmouth Central has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Teignmouth Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Teignmouth Central has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 1.96 ranking 17th out of 23 in the Teignbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Teignmouth Central crimes were 213. The crime rate of Teignmouth Central in 2024 was 19.85 (year) or 1.65 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Teignbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Teignmouth Central were around 11 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1.02 (year) or 0.09 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Teignbridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Teignmouth Central)CrimesRank (Teignmouth Central)CrimesRank (Teignmouth Central)
Bushell111 11,450 127 1
Dawlish South West64 3535 512 2
Ashburton & Buckfastleigh49 5710 2NA NA
Dawlish North East95 2640 32 6
Bishopsteignton7 2360 234 4
Teignmouth East47 6576 4NA NA
College52 4448 7NA NA
Ambrook15 18135 183 5
Kenn Valley47 7476 6NA NA
Ipplepen6 2463 221 7
Chudleigh28 15292 131 8
Bradley38 10431 8NA NA
Teignmouth West46 8385 9NA NA
Teign Valley14 2094 201 9
Kingsteignton West40 9310 12NA NA
Moretonhampstead15 1990 211 10
Buckland & Milber32 12381 10NA NA
Kerswell-with-Combe34 11339 11NA NA
Bovey30 13284 14NA NA
Kingsteignton East29 14264 15NA NA
Kenton & Starcross22 16128 19NA NA
Haytor12 21147 17NA NA
Shaldon & Stokeinteignhead11 2259 24NA NA

Teignmouth Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Possession of weapons was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Criminal damage and arson 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 131 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202511
May 20255
April 20258
March 202516
February 202521
January 20259
December 20248
November 202410
October 202416
September 20249
August 20249

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
September 20244

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20252

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20253
March 20252
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20256
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
September 20242

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20244

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

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

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Teignmouth Central in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Teignmouth Central postcode area is presented below.

1. Coombe Vale Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Clay Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
3. Grenville Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
4. Bligh Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Raleigh Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Drake Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ashleigh Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Trinity Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Yannon Terrace (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Pellew Way (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1

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