Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX5 · Devon
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL16 · Devon
5
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Lifton has less crime — 5 vs 10 incidents in February 2026.
Broad Clyst recorded notably higher crime than Lifton in February 2026 — 10 vs 5 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broad Clyst sees higher rates of Violence & sexual offences (5) and Vehicle crime (2), while Lifton has more Public order (2) and Anti-social behaviour (1). 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, Lifton recorded fewer crimes than Broad Clyst — 5 vs 10 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Lifton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broad Clyst saw higher rates of Violence & sexual offences and Vehicle crime while Lifton had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Lifton recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 10).