Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
TQ11 · Devon
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
TQ14 · Devon
59
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Buckfast has less crime — 24 vs 59 incidents in February 2026.
Teignmouth recorded notably higher crime than Buckfast in February 2026 — 59 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckfast sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Criminal damage & arson (2), while Teignmouth has more Shoplifting (9) and Other theft (6). 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, Buckfast recorded fewer crimes than Teignmouth — 24 vs 59 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Buckfast is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Buckfast saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Teignmouth had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Buckfast recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 59).