Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX5 · Devon
8
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Broad Clyst has less crime — 8 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.
Sidmouth recorded substantially more crime than Broad Clyst in April 2026 — 49 incidents compared to 8, a 6.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Broad Clyst sees higher rates of Burglary (1), while Sidmouth has more Criminal damage & arson (4). 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 Sidmouth — 8 vs 49 incidents. That is 84% 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 Sidmouth had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Broad Clyst recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 49).