Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
EX2 · Devon
199
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
PL25 · Cornwall
201
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Exeter has less crime — 199 vs 201 incidents in April 2026.
Exeter and St Austell recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 199 and 201 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Exeter sees higher rates of Public order (19), while St Austell has more Criminal damage & arson (33). 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 St Austell — 199 vs 201 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes. St Austell is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Exeter saw higher rates of Public order while St Austell had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Exeter recorded fewer total crimes (199 vs 201).