Crime Rate in Okehampton South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Okehampton South

The total recorded crimes in Okehampton South, West Devon, UK in July 2025 are around 44 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Okehampton South crime rate of 12.15 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 Okehampton South, encompassing approximately 3,621 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (700.00% increase)
Okehampton South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Fore Street with total crimes: 10
  • West Street with total crimes: 8
  • Courtenay Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Okehampton South?

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

  • Relative to West Devon:

    • In 2024, Okehampton South reported a higher crime volume than the West Devon average, with 409 crimes compared to 194. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Okehampton South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the West Devon.

    • In 2023, Okehampton South had fewer crimes than the West Devon average, with 3 crimes compared to 11. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Okehampton South witnessed more crimes than 3 out of 4 other areas in the West Devon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Devon, Okehampton South has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Okehampton South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Okehampton South has recorded 44 crimes with crime rate of 12.15 ranking 1th out of 17 in the West Devon, UK

In 2024, the total Okehampton South crimes were 409. The crime rate of Okehampton South in 2024 was 112.95 (year) or 9.41 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the West Devon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Okehampton South were around 3 crimes with yearly crime rate of 0.83 (year) or 0.07 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the West Devon.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Okehampton South)CrimesRank (Okehampton South)CrimesRank (Okehampton South)
Exbourne21 6203 849 1
Drewsteignton24 4432 1NA NA
Okehampton North40 2339 5NA NA
Hatherleigh17 9170 92 3
Tavistock South West29 3371 31 4
Tavistock North22 5340 4NA NA
Dartmoor10 13158 101 5
Milton Ford19 7244 6NA NA
Tavistock South East18 8226 7NA NA
Burrator14 10133 11NA NA
Bere Ferrers12 11113 12NA NA
Buckland Monachorum12 12110 13NA NA
South Tawton2 1862 14NA NA
Tamarside8 1451 16NA NA
Mary Tavy4 1560 15NA NA
Bridestowe4 1644 17NA NA
Chagford3 1728 18NA NA

Okehampton South 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 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202510
May 202517
April 202518
March 202513
February 202512
January 202519
December 20248
November 20247
October 202413

A total of 76 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20253
May 20255
April 20254
March 20259
February 20258
January 202513
December 20248
November 20246
October 202411

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
January 20253
October 20241

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 30 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20253
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20241

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20253
February 20251
January 20256
November 20242
October 20244

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Okehampton South in July 2025

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

1. Fore Street (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
2. West Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Courtenay Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pike'S Mead (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
5. School Way (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Church Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Simmons Way (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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