Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
PL18 · Cornwall
17
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
EX10 · Devon
28
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Calstock has less crime — 17 vs 28 incidents in February 2026.
Sidmouth recorded notably higher crime than Calstock in February 2026 — 28 vs 17 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Calstock sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (1) and Criminal damage & arson (1), while Sidmouth has more Other theft (4) and 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, Calstock recorded fewer crimes than Sidmouth — 17 vs 28 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Calstock is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Calstock saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Sidmouth had more Other theft and Vehicle crime. Overall, Calstock recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 28).