Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL6 · Plymouth
157
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Dawlish has less crime — 81 vs 157 incidents in April 2026.
Plymouth recorded notably higher crime than Dawlish in April 2026 — 157 vs 81 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dawlish sees higher rates of Public order (11), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (34). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Dawlish recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 81 vs 157 incidents. That is 48% 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 Public order while Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dawlish recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 157).