Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL17 · Cornwall
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Callington has less crime — 24 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth saw somewhat more crime than Callington in February 2026 (28 vs 24 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Callington sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3), while Sidmouth has more Vehicle crime (3). 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, Callington recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 24 vs 28 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes. Callington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Callington saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Sidmouth had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Callington recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 28).