Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX7 · Devon
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
PL25 · Cornwall
201
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Dawlish has less crime — 81 vs 201 incidents in April 2026.
St Austell recorded notably higher crime than Dawlish in April 2026 — 201 vs 81 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Dawlish sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Public order (11), while St Austell has more Criminal damage & arson (33) and Anti-social behaviour (23). Dawlish is below the national average while St Austell 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 St Austell — 81 vs 201 incidents. That is 60% 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 St Austell had more Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Dawlish recorded fewer total crimes (81 vs 201).