Is Tavistock Rural West Safe?
Crime statistics for Tavistock Rural West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 179 total crimes recorded in Tavistock Rural West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Tavistock Rural West — last 12 months
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Compare Tavistock Rural West With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tavistock Rural West safe?
Tavistock Rural West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 179 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Tavistock Rural West is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Tavistock Rural West in the last 12 months?
179 crimes were recorded in Tavistock Rural West in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 8.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (195 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 96 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Tavistock Rural West?
The most common crime in Tavistock Rural West is Violent Crime, with 96 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 53.6% 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 Tavistock Rural West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Tavistock Rural West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.2% — from 195 crimes in the previous 12 months to 179 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Tavistock Rural West?
Tavistock Rural West has a safety score of 67 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 Tavistock Rural West compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Tavistock Rural West has a safety score of 67/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Tavistock Rural West 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 Tavistock Rural West?
0% of crimes recorded in Tavistock Rural West 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 Tavistock Rural West?
96 violent crimes were recorded in Tavistock Rural West in the last 12 months — representing 53.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 26 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 Tavistock Rural West last updated?
The crime data for Tavistock Rural West 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 Tavistock Rural West with other areas?
You can compare Tavistock Rural West 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.