Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX24 · Devon
10
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL13 · Cornwall
16
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Colyton has less crime — 10 vs 16 incidents in April 2026.
Looe recorded notably higher crime than Colyton in April 2026 — 16 vs 10 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Colyton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (3) and Public order (1), while Looe has more Criminal damage & arson (3) and Drugs (2). 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, Colyton recorded fewer crimes than Looe — 10 vs 16 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Colyton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Colyton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Looe had more Criminal damage & arson and Drugs. Overall, Colyton recorded fewer total crimes (10 vs 16).