Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX13 · Devon
29
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Axminster has less crime — 29 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.
Sidmouth recorded notably higher crime than Axminster in April 2026 — 49 vs 29 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Axminster sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Sidmouth has more Anti-social behaviour (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Axminster recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 29 vs 49 incidents. That is 41% fewer crimes. Axminster is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Axminster saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Sidmouth had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Axminster recorded fewer total crimes (29 vs 49).