Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX2 · Devon
168
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
PL9 · Plymouth
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Plymstock has less crime — 68 vs 168 incidents in February 2026.
Exeter recorded notably higher crime than Plymstock in February 2026 — 168 vs 68 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (22) and Anti-social behaviour (19), while Plymstock has more Public order (11) and Burglary (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Plymstock recorded fewer crimes than Exeter — 68 vs 168 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Plymstock is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Anti-social behaviour while Plymstock had more Public order and Burglary. Overall, Plymstock recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 168).