Is Elburton & Dunstone Safe?
Crime statistics for Elburton & Dunstone. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 314 total crimes recorded in Elburton & Dunstone
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Elburton & Dunstone — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elburton & Dunstone safe?
Elburton & Dunstone has a CrimeRadar safety score of 75/100, rated Safe. A total of 314 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 11% compared to the previous year. Elburton & Dunstone is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Elburton & Dunstone in the last 12 months?
314 crimes were recorded in Elburton & Dunstone 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 11% compared to the previous 12-month period (283 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 124 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Elburton & Dunstone?
The most common crime in Elburton & Dunstone is Violent Crime, with 124 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.5% 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 Elburton & Dunstone increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Elburton & Dunstone is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 11% — from 283 crimes in the previous 12 months to 314 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 Elburton & Dunstone?
Elburton & Dunstone has a safety score of 75 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Elburton & Dunstone compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Elburton & Dunstone has a safety score of 75/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Elburton & Dunstone 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 Elburton & Dunstone?
5.3% of crimes recorded in Elburton & Dunstone 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 Elburton & Dunstone?
124 violent crimes were recorded in Elburton & Dunstone in the last 12 months — representing 39.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 67 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 Elburton & Dunstone last updated?
The crime data for Elburton & Dunstone was last updated in January 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 Elburton & Dunstone with other areas?
You can compare Elburton & Dunstone 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.