Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX5 · Devon
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Broad Clyst has less crime — 8 vs 81 incidents in April 2026.
Dawlish recorded substantially more crime than Broad Clyst in April 2026 — 81 incidents compared to 8, a 10.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broad Clyst sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (2) and Burglary (1), while Dawlish has more Shoplifting (12) and 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 April 2026 Police data, Broad Clyst recorded fewer crimes than Dawlish — 8 vs 81 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Broad Clyst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Broad Clyst saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Dawlish had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Broad Clyst recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 81).