Devon and Cornwall make the top ten lowest crime rates in the country
That's according to the Office for National Statistics
Last updated 25th Oct 2024
Devon & Cornwall Police have one of the lowest levels of crime in the country.
The force have been confirmed as having the sixth lowest crime rate out of 42 police forces in England and Wales, according to the latest statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
The ONS report measures 14 crime categories, and Devon & Cornwall Police ranked in the top five for seven of these categories, with an additional category ranked in the top ten.
Deputy Chief Constable Dave Thorne commented: “It’s encouraging to see that we continue to rank among the top ten police forces in England and Wales for overall crime levels.
"Like many others, we are navigating the challenges of the ongoing cost of living crisis, alongside making significant strides in improving how we record crime and making it easier for the public to reach us.
Police and Crime Commissioner, Alison Hernandez said: “I’m pleased that Devon and Cornwall remain among the safest places to live in the country.
“I am committed to ensuring a firm focus on issues that matter most to those who live and work in our two counties. The public can expect continued robust action against drugs with Operation Scorpion, sending the message that the South West is no place for drugs, alongside my Street Focus project which aims to create a blueprint for improving safety and tackling antisocial behaviour in our communities.”