Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL5 · Plymouth
237
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dawlish has less crime — 81 vs 237 incidents in April 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Dawlish in April 2026 — 237 incidents compared to 81, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dawlish sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Public order (11), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (34) and Criminal damage & arson (32). Dawlish is below the national average while Plymouth is above, making Dawlish the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dawlish recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 81 vs 237 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Dawlish is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Dawlish saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Dawlish recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 237).