Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX23 · Cornwall
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX3 · Devon
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Exeter has less crime — 20 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Bude recorded notably higher crime than Exeter in April 2026 — 48 vs 20 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Exeter has more Other theft (4) and Public order (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, Exeter recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 20 vs 48 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Exeter is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bude saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour while Exeter had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 48).