Is Bideford East-the-Water Safe?
Crime statistics for Bideford East-the-Water. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 448 total crimes recorded in Bideford East-the-Water
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Month-by-month crime totals for Bideford East-the-Water — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bideford East-the-Water safe?
Bideford East-the-Water has a CrimeRadar safety score of 43/100, rated Below Average. A total of 448 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Bideford East-the-Water are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Bideford East-the-Water in the last 12 months?
448 crimes were recorded in Bideford East-the-Water in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 1.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (443 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 199 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bideford East-the-Water?
The most common crime in Bideford East-the-Water is Violent Crime, with 199 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Bideford East-the-Water increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bideford East-the-Water is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.1% — from 443 crimes in the previous 12 months to 448 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Bideford East-the-Water?
Bideford East-the-Water has a safety score of 43 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Bideford East-the-Water compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Bideford East-the-Water has a safety score of 43/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Bideford East-the-Water is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Bideford East-the-Water?
29% of crimes recorded in Bideford East-the-Water resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Devon & Cornwall Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Bideford East-the-Water?
199 violent crimes were recorded in Bideford East-the-Water in the last 12 months — representing 44.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 82 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Bideford East-the-Water last updated?
The crime data for Bideford East-the-Water was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Bideford East-the-Water with other areas?
You can compare Bideford East-the-Water with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.