Is Totnes West Safe?
Crime statistics for Totnes West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 788 total crimes recorded in Totnes West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Totnes West — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Totnes West safe?
Totnes West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 56/100, rated Average. A total of 356 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 17.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Totnes West are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Totnes West in the last 12 months?
356 crimes were recorded in Totnes 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 17.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (432 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 339 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Totnes West?
The most common crime in Totnes West is Violent Crime, with 339 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 95.2% 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 Totnes West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Totnes West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 17.6% — from 432 crimes in the previous 12 months to 356 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Totnes West?
Totnes West has a safety score of 56 out of 100 (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 Totnes West compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Totnes West has a safety score of 56/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Totnes 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 Totnes West?
36.4% of crimes recorded in Totnes 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 Totnes West?
339 violent crimes were recorded in Totnes West in the last 12 months — representing 95.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 118 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 Totnes West last updated?
The crime data for Totnes 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 Totnes West with other areas?
You can compare Totnes 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.