Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX13 · Devon
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Sidmouth has less crime — 28 vs 37 incidents in February 2026.
Axminster saw somewhat more crime than Sidmouth in February 2026 (37 vs 28 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Axminster sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (6), while Sidmouth has more Vehicle crime (3). 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, Sidmouth recorded fewer crimes than Axminster — 28 vs 37 incidents. That is 24% fewer crimes. Sidmouth 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 Sidmouth had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Sidmouth recorded fewer total crimes (28 vs 37).