Budleigh Salterton vs Callington — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Budleigh Salterton

EX9 · Devon

12

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences5
  • Other theft3
  • Burglary1

Callington

PL17 · Cornwall

35

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences16
  • Other theft5
  • Burglary3

Budleigh Salterton has less crime — 12 vs 35 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Callington recorded substantially more crime than Budleigh Salterton in April 2026 — 35 incidents compared to 12, a 2.9x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Budleigh Salterton or Callington safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Budleigh Salterton recorded fewer crimes than Callington — 12 vs 35 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Budleigh Salterton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Budleigh Salterton and Callington?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Budleigh Salterton recorded 5 incidents of this type vs 16 in Callington. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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