Is Mortehoe & Woolacombe Safe?
Crime statistics for Mortehoe & Woolacombe. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 9 total crimes recorded in Mortehoe & Woolacombe
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Mortehoe & Woolacombe — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mortehoe & Woolacombe safe?
Mortehoe & Woolacombe has a CrimeRadar safety score of 90/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 3 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 50% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Mortehoe & Woolacombe is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Mortehoe & Woolacombe in the last 12 months?
3 crimes were recorded in Mortehoe & Woolacombe 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 50% compared to the previous 12-month period (6 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 4 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Mortehoe & Woolacombe?
The most common crime in Mortehoe & Woolacombe is Violent Crime, with 4 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 133.3% 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Mortehoe & Woolacombe is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 50% — from 6 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Mortehoe & Woolacombe?
Mortehoe & Woolacombe has a safety score of 90 out of 100 (Very 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Mortehoe & Woolacombe has a safety score of 90/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 36/100. Mortehoe & Woolacombe 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe?
44.4% of crimes recorded in Mortehoe & Woolacombe 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe?
4 violent crimes were recorded in Mortehoe & Woolacombe in the last 12 months — representing 133.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 0 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe last updated?
The crime data for Mortehoe & Woolacombe 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 Mortehoe & Woolacombe with other areas?
You can compare Mortehoe & Woolacombe 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.