Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX7 · Devon
69
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
PL6 · Plymouth
92
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Dawlish has less crime — 69 vs 92 incidents in February 2026.
Plymouth saw somewhat more crime than Dawlish in February 2026 (92 vs 69 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dawlish sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Shoplifting (8), while Plymouth has more Anti-social behaviour (12) and Public order (11). 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, Dawlish recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 69 vs 92 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Dawlish is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Dawlish saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Plymouth had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Dawlish recorded fewer total crimes (69 vs 92).