Is Instow, Fremington & Bickington Safe?
Crime statistics for Instow, Fremington & Bickington. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 290 total crimes recorded in Instow, Fremington & Bickington
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Instow, Fremington & Bickington — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Instow, Fremington & Bickington safe?
Instow, Fremington & Bickington has a CrimeRadar safety score of 77/100, rated Safe. A total of 290 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 0.7% compared to the previous year. Instow, Fremington & Bickington is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Instow, Fremington & Bickington in the last 12 months?
290 crimes were recorded in Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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 0.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (288 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 142 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Instow, Fremington & Bickington?
The most common crime in Instow, Fremington & Bickington is Violent Crime, with 142 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 49% 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Instow, Fremington & Bickington is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0.7% — from 288 crimes in the previous 12 months to 290 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington?
Instow, Fremington & Bickington has a safety score of 77 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Instow, Fremington & Bickington has a safety score of 77/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington?
10% of crimes recorded in Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington?
142 violent crimes were recorded in Instow, Fremington & Bickington in the last 12 months — representing 49% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 39 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington last updated?
The crime data for Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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 Instow, Fremington & Bickington with other areas?
You can compare Instow, Fremington & Bickington 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.