Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL31 · Cornwall
184
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Dawlish has less crime — 81 vs 184 incidents in April 2026.
Bodmin recorded notably higher crime than Dawlish in April 2026 — 184 vs 81 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bodmin sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (23), while Dawlish has more Shoplifting (12) and Public order (11). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dawlish recorded fewer crimes than Bodmin — 81 vs 184 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Dawlish is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bodmin saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Dawlish had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Dawlish recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 184).