The total recorded crimes in Torridge, Torridge in January 2025 are around 330 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Torridge crime rate of 4.84 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 Torridge, encompassing approximately 68,114 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Torridge, we need to analyze Torridge crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to the UK:
Torridge has recorded 4,175 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 61.29 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 286 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.
Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 8 crimes with a crime rate of 0.12, ranking it 330 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.
Relative to Devon:
In 2024, Torridge demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Devon average, with 4175 crimes compared to 7668.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Torridge witnessed more crimes than 6 out of 7 other cities.
In 2023, Torridge had fewer crimes than the Devon average, with 8 crimes compared to 94. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Torridge witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 7 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Based on the available data, Torridge is considered safer compared to the national averages.
Compared to other cities in Devon, Torridge has a lower crime rate in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.
The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Bideford North (63 crimes), and the safest, Shebbear & Langtree (3 crimes), is 60 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Torridge.
Similarly, the area of Bideford South & East (79 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Hartland Coast (12 crimes), with a difference of 67 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Torridge.
| Bideford North | 63 |
| Bideford East | 43 |
| Great Torrington | 33 |
| Holsworthy | 31 |
| Broadheath | 30 |
| Winkleigh | 8 |
| Hartland | 7 |
| Northam | 6 |
| Milton & Tamarside | 5 |
| Shebbear & Langtree | 3 |
| Bideford South & East | 79 |
| Bideford North | 63 |
| Holsworthy, Bradworthy & Welcombe | 47 |
| Great Torrington | 33 |
| Shebbear, Cookworthy & Broadheath | 31 |
| Shebbear, Cookworthy & Broadheath | 31 |
| Winkleigh & High Bickington | 24 |
| Appledore & Northam North | 22 |
| Westward Ho! & Northam South | 19 |
| Hartland Coast | 12 |
In January 2025 the Torridge has recorded 330 crimes with crime rate of 4.84 ranking 267th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 7 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 4 in terms of crime rate in Devon.
In 2024, the total Torridge crimes were 4,175. The crime rate of Torridge in 2024 was 61.29 (year) or 5.11 (month) ranking it 286 danzarous in the UK. Torridge ranked 7 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Devon.
In 2023, the total crimes in Torridge were around 8 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.12 (year) or 0.01 (month) ranking 330 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Devon, Torridge ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 8 as per crime rate of Torridge
| City | January 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Devon) | Crimes | Rank (Devon) | Crimes | Rank (Devon) | |
| South Hams | 363 | 8 | 4,657 | 8 | 21 | 7 |
| East Devon | 629 | 7 | 8,653 | 7 | 269 | 2 |
| North Devon | 574 | 2 | 7,608 | 2 | 28 | 6 |
| West Devon | 259 | 5 | 3,493 | 6 | 56 | 4 |
| Teignbridge | 602 | 6 | 8,510 | 4 | 63 | 5 |
| Exeter | 1,386 | 1 | 18,875 | 1 | 129 | 3 |
| Mid Devon | 404 | 3 | 5,371 | 3 | 176 | 1 |
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (149 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (52 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 111 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 54 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (150 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (63 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (176 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (49 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (153 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (49 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (156 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (81 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 164 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 74 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (296 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (126 cases).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 202 Other theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 25.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 56 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 23 |
| December 2024 | 17 |
| November 2024 | 30 |
| October 2024 | 15 |
| September 2024 | 15 |
| August 2024 | 31 |
| July 2024 | 15 |
| June 2024 | 56 |
A total of 76 Other crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 13 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 9 |
| November 2024 | 11 |
| October 2024 | 11 |
| September 2024 | 13 |
| August 2024 | 9 |
| July 2024 | 12 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
A total of 548 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 68.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 126 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 52 |
| December 2024 | 54 |
| November 2024 | 63 |
| October 2024 | 49 |
| September 2024 | 49 |
| August 2024 | 81 |
| July 2024 | 74 |
| June 2024 | 126 |
A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 4 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 4 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 8 |
| August 2024 | 5 |
| July 2024 | 7 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
A total of 103 Burglary incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 12.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 36 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 15 |
| November 2024 | 12 |
| October 2024 | 7 |
| September 2024 | 7 |
| August 2024 | 14 |
| July 2024 | 5 |
| June 2024 | 36 |
A total of 156 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 19.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 38 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 20 |
| December 2024 | 10 |
| November 2024 | 12 |
| October 2024 | 21 |
| September 2024 | 19 |
| August 2024 | 21 |
| July 2024 | 15 |
| June 2024 | 38 |
A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1355 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 169.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 296 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 149 |
| December 2024 | 111 |
| November 2024 | 150 |
| October 2024 | 176 |
| September 2024 | 153 |
| August 2024 | 156 |
| July 2024 | 164 |
| June 2024 | 296 |
A total of 302 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 37.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 62 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 30 |
| December 2024 | 29 |
| November 2024 | 34 |
| October 2024 | 35 |
| September 2024 | 46 |
| August 2024 | 33 |
| July 2024 | 33 |
| June 2024 | 62 |
A total of 196 Public order incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 24.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 48 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 21 |
| December 2024 | 23 |
| November 2024 | 23 |
| October 2024 | 23 |
| September 2024 | 11 |
| August 2024 | 30 |
| July 2024 | 17 |
| June 2024 | 48 |
A total of 79 Drugs incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 9.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 8 |
| December 2024 | 6 |
| November 2024 | 10 |
| October 2024 | 15 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 7 |
| July 2024 | 11 |
| June 2024 | 18 |
A total of 27 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 3.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 6 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 8 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Torridge postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 12 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |
| Public order | 3 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Total | 8 |
| Shoplifting | 6 |
| Other theft | 2 |
| Total | 7 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 4 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Burglary | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 3 |
| Robbery | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Other theft | 1 |
| Total | 7 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 3 |
| Total | 6 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 6 |