Is Okehampton Rural East Safe?
Crime statistics for Okehampton Rural East. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 728 total crimes recorded in Okehampton Rural East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Okehampton Rural East — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Okehampton Rural East safe?
Okehampton Rural East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 230 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 19.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Okehampton Rural East is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Okehampton Rural East in the last 12 months?
230 crimes were recorded in Okehampton Rural East 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 19.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (287 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 347 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Okehampton Rural East?
The most common crime in Okehampton Rural East is Violent Crime, with 347 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 150.9% 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 Okehampton Rural East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Okehampton Rural East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 19.9% — from 287 crimes in the previous 12 months to 230 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Okehampton Rural East?
Okehampton Rural East 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 Okehampton Rural East compare to the Devon & Cornwall Police average?
Okehampton Rural East has a safety score of 67/100, while the Devon & Cornwall Police force area average is 34/100. Okehampton Rural East 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 Okehampton Rural East?
42.9% of crimes recorded in Okehampton Rural East 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 Okehampton Rural East?
347 violent crimes were recorded in Okehampton Rural East in the last 12 months — representing 150.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 80 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 Okehampton Rural East last updated?
The crime data for Okehampton Rural East 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 Okehampton Rural East with other areas?
You can compare Okehampton Rural East 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.