Axminster vs Black Torrington — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Axminster

EX13 · Devon

29

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences14
  • Criminal damage & arson4
  • Vehicle crime3

Black Torrington

EX21 · Devon

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1

Black Torrington has less crime — 1 vs 29 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Axminster recorded substantially more crime than Black Torrington in April 2026 — 29 incidents compared to 1, a 29.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Axminster sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (14) and Criminal damage & arson (4), while Black Torrington has more Other theft (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Axminster or Black Torrington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Black Torrington recorded fewer crimes than Axminster — 1 vs 29 incidents. That is 97% fewer crimes. Black Torrington is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Axminster and Black Torrington?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Axminster saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Criminal damage & arson while Black Torrington had more Other theft. Overall, Black Torrington recorded fewer total crimes (1 vs 29).

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