Crime in Budleigh & Raleigh: statistics, rates and trends
241 crimes were recorded in Budleigh & Raleigh in the 12 months to July 2026, 28.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Budleigh & Raleigh at a glance
- Crime trends in Budleigh & Raleigh
- Types of crime in Budleigh & Raleigh
- Budleigh & Raleigh compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Budleigh & Raleigh
- What happened after crimes were reported in Budleigh & Raleigh
- Population and deprivation in Budleigh & Raleigh
- Questions about crime in Budleigh & Raleigh
- About this data
241 crimes were recorded in Budleigh & Raleigh in the 12 months to July 2026, 28.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 117 reports (49% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Budleigh & Raleigh has the 3,789th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Budleigh & Raleigh | East Devon | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 241 | 7,414 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 28.9 | 46.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 8,350 | 158,239 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Budleigh & Raleigh was highest in the year to July 2019 (413 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (241). Over the whole period it fell 19%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 241 | 28.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 244 | 29.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 272 | 32.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2022 | 278 | 33.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 305 | 36.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 321 | 38.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 413 | 49.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 296 | 35.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 24 |
| June 2026 | 31 |
| May 2026 | 20 |
| April 2026 | 17 |
| March 2026 | 21 |
| February 2026 | 22 |
| January 2026 | 10 |
| December 2025 | 18 |
| November 2025 | 24 |
| October 2025 | 16 |
| September 2025 | 18 |
| August 2025 | 20 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Budleigh & Raleigh over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+23%). The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 117 | 14.0 | 0.41 | +23% |
| Other theft | 28 | 3.4 | 0.52 | -3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 26 | 3.1 | 0.20 | -37% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 21 | 2.5 | 0.37 | +5% |
| Public order | 14 | 1.7 | 0.25 | -7% |
| Other crime | 8 | 1.0 | 0.45 | +14% |
| Shoplifting | 8 | 1.0 | 0.12 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.6 | 0.62 | n/a |
| Burglary | 4 | 0.5 | 0.14 | -76% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.5 | 0.15 | -50% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.5 | 0.10 | +33% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.15 | +0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Budleigh & Raleigh
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 48.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Budleigh & Raleigh
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 11.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Budleigh & Raleigh
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Budleigh & Raleigh
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Budleigh & Raleigh
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Budleigh & Raleigh
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Budleigh & Raleigh
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Budleigh & Raleigh
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Budleigh & Raleigh
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 76% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Budleigh & Raleigh
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Budleigh & Raleigh
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Budleigh & Raleigh
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Budleigh & Raleigh
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Budleigh & Raleigh, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Budleigh & Raleigh.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Budleigh & Raleigh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exmouth Brixington | 249 | 32.9 | +14% |
| Exmouth Withycombe Raleigh | 228 | 46.2 | +60% |
| Exmouth Littleham | 553 | 67.6 | +134% |
| Exmouth Halsdon | 312 | 37.3 | +29% |
| Exmouth Town | 989 | 138.2 | +379% |
| Woodbury & Lympstone | 153 | 26.6 | -8% |
| Sidmouth Town | 234 | 43.5 | +51% |
| Sidmouth Sidford | 418 | 59.6 | +106% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Budleigh & Raleigh over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building | 21 |
| On or near Bay Road | 12 |
| On or near Duke'S Road | 8 |
| On or near Moor Lane | 8 |
| On or near Ottervale Road | 8 |
| On or near Fore Street | 7 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 7 |
| On or near Clinton Close | 6 |
| On or near Parking Area | 6 |
| On or near Boyne Road | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Budleigh & Raleigh over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 105 | 43.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 52 | 21.6% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 12.9% |
| Not recorded | 26 | 10.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 5.4% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
Budleigh & Raleigh has an estimated population of 8,350. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Budleigh & Raleigh sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Budleigh & Raleigh |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 11.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 46.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 42.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.1% |
| Social rented homes | 8.0% |
| Private rented homes | 15.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Budleigh & Raleigh a safe place to live?
Budleigh & Raleigh recorded 28.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Budleigh & Raleigh?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 117 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (28).
Is crime in Budleigh & Raleigh going up or down?
Recorded crime in Budleigh & Raleigh was down 1% on the year before: 241 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 244 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Budleigh & Raleigh?
Budleigh & Raleigh is policed by Devon & Cornwall. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Budleigh & Raleigh. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.