Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX23 · Cornwall
48
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX12 · Devon
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Seaton has less crime — 34 vs 48 incidents in April 2026.
Bude saw somewhat more crime than Seaton in April 2026 (48 vs 34 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bude sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Seaton has more Criminal damage & arson (7) and Other theft (2). 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, Seaton recorded fewer crimes than Bude — 34 vs 48 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Seaton 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 Seaton had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Seaton recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 48).