Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX5 · Devon
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX8 · Devon
137
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Broad Clyst has less crime — 8 vs 137 incidents in April 2026.
Exmouth recorded substantially more crime than Broad Clyst in April 2026 — 137 incidents compared to 8, a 17.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broad Clyst sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Exmouth has more Criminal damage & arson (13). 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, Broad Clyst recorded fewer crimes than Exmouth — 8 vs 137 incidents. That is 94% 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 Burglary while Exmouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Broad Clyst recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 137).