Buckfast vs Totnes — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Buckfast

TQ11 · Devon

13

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Burglary2
  • Public order2

Totnes

TQ9 · Devon

8

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Criminal damage & arson2
  • Shoplifting1

Totnes has less crime — 8 vs 13 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Buckfast recorded notably higher crime than Totnes in April 2026 — 13 vs 8 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Buckfast sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Public order (2), while Totnes has more Criminal damage & arson (2) and Shoplifting (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buckfast or Totnes safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Totnes recorded fewer crimes than Buckfast — 8 vs 13 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Totnes is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Buckfast and Totnes?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Buckfast saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Totnes had more Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting. Overall, Totnes recorded fewer total crimes (8 vs 13).

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