Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Callington has less crime — 35 vs 81 incidents in April 2026.
Dawlish recorded notably higher crime than Callington in April 2026 — 81 vs 35 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Burglary (3), while Dawlish has more Shoplifting (12) and Public order (11). 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, Callington recorded fewer crimes than Dawlish — 35 vs 81 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Callington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Callington saw higher rates of Other theft and Burglary while Dawlish had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 81).