Bude vs Honiton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Bude

EX23 · Cornwall

48

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences26
  • Shoplifting5
  • Anti-social behaviour5

Honiton

EX14 · Devon

18

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences7
  • Anti-social behaviour3
  • Public order2

Honiton has less crime — 18 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Bude recorded substantially more crime than Honiton in April 2026 — 48 incidents compared to 18, a 2.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Honiton has more Public order (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bude or Honiton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Honiton recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 18 vs 48 incidents. That is 63% fewer crimes. Honiton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Bude and Honiton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bude saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Honiton had more Public order. Overall, Honiton recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 48).

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