Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX1 · Devon
315
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PL1 · Plymouth
964
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Exeter has less crime — 315 vs 964 incidents in April 2026.
Plymouth recorded substantially more crime than Exeter in April 2026 — 964 incidents compared to 315, a 3.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (31), while Plymouth has more Shoplifting (100). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Exeter recorded fewer crimes than Plymouth — 315 vs 964 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Plymouth is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Plymouth had more Shoplifting. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (315 vs 964).