Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TQ11 · Devon
13
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
TQ12 · Devon
151
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Buckfast has less crime — 13 vs 151 incidents in April 2026.
Newton Abbot recorded substantially more crime than Buckfast in April 2026 — 151 incidents compared to 13, a 11.6x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckfast sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Public order (2), while Newton Abbot has more Shoplifting (34) and Anti-social behaviour (30). 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, Buckfast recorded fewer crimes than Newton Abbot — 13 vs 151 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Buckfast is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buckfast saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Newton Abbot had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Buckfast recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 151).