Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX13 · Devon
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL6 · Plymouth
92
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Axminster has less crime — 37 vs 92 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth recorded notably higher crime than Axminster in February 2026 — 92 vs 37 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Axminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Plymouth has more Public order (11). 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 Plymouth — 37 vs 92 incidents. That is 60% 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 Plymouth had more Public order. Overall, Axminster recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 92).