Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL31 · Cornwall
184
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
EX3 · Devon
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Exeter has less crime — 20 vs 184 incidents in April 2026.
Bodmin recorded substantially more crime than Exeter in April 2026 — 184 incidents compared to 20, a 9.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bodmin sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (23) and Criminal damage & arson (23), while Exeter has more Other theft (4) and Public order (4). 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, Exeter recorded fewer crimes than Bodmin — 20 vs 184 incidents. That is 89% fewer crimes. Exeter 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 Exeter had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 184).