Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
35
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
49
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Callington has less crime — 35 vs 49 incidents in April 2026.
Sidmouth saw somewhat more crime than Callington in April 2026 (49 vs 35 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Other theft (5) and Burglary (3), while Sidmouth has more Anti-social behaviour (5) and Criminal damage & arson (4). 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 Sidmouth — 35 vs 49 incidents. That is 29% 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 Sidmouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (35 vs 49).