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Thefts on Torquay Beaches
Freedom of Information (FOI) Act request ref: 01/FOI/26/010169/R
Version Date: 29/07/2026
The Performance & Analysis Department has provided the following information:
Searches were completed within Niche from 2023 to 2025 using the main crime group of ‘Theft Offences’ with the sub sector of Torquay and location field completed as ‘Beach’. The returned data was reviewed for relevance.
The number of thefts reported on Torquay beaches in 2025, 2024, and 2023.
|
2023 |
2024 |
2025 |
Total |
|
4 |
1 |
4 |
9 |
The top ten items most reported stolen on Torquay beaches in 2025, 2024, and 2023.
|
Stolen Items |
Year |
|
3 body boards and 2 full-face snorkel masks. |
2023 |
|
(From Involved Property): FOOD, KAYAK, RADIO, SPORT EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS |
2023 |
|
Iphone 14 pro |
2023 |
|
Lock safe attached to vehicle containing car keys. |
2023 |
|
Lobster pots and set of lines |
2024 |
|
Mobile phone |
2025 |
|
(From Sum/MO): BAG / MULTIPLE BELONGINGS |
2025 |
|
Watch |
2025 |
|
Mobile phone / Tote bag / keys |
2025 |