Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX9 · Devon
10
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL21 · Devon
53
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Budleigh Salterton has less crime — 10 vs 53 incidents in February 2026.
Ivybridge recorded substantially more crime than Budleigh Salterton in February 2026 — 53 incidents compared to 10, a 5.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Budleigh Salterton sees higher rates of Burglary (2) and Public order (2), while Ivybridge has more Other theft (6) and Shoplifting (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Budleigh Salterton recorded fewer crimes than Ivybridge — 10 vs 53 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Budleigh Salterton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Budleigh Salterton saw higher rates of Burglary and Public order while Ivybridge had more Other theft and Shoplifting. Overall, Budleigh Salterton recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 53).