Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX5 · Devon
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX11 · Devon
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Broad Clyst has less crime — 10 vs 20 incidents in February 2026.
Ottery St Mary recorded notably higher crime than Broad Clyst in February 2026 — 20 vs 10 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broad Clyst sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Ottery St Mary has more Criminal damage & arson (2). 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, Broad Clyst recorded fewer crimes than Ottery St Mary — 10 vs 20 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Broad Clyst is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Broad Clyst saw higher rates of Burglary while Ottery St Mary had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Broad Clyst recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 20).