Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX13 · Devon
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX23 · Cornwall
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Axminster has less crime — 37 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Bude saw somewhat more crime than Axminster in February 2026 (44 vs 37 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Axminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Bude has more Shoplifting (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Axminster recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 37 vs 44 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Axminster is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Axminster saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Bude had more Shoplifting. Overall, Axminster recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 44).